Toronto, Ontario • Part-time • Based on experience

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Young Couple seeks an experienced part-time, live-out Housekeeper for their Yorkville area home.

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Schedule: Monday to Friday, half days amounting to 25 to 30 hours per week.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• General housekeeping of an approximately 2,000 square foot home

• Laundry and ironing

• Using clothing steamer for garments

• Management and pick up of dry-cleaning. Maintenance of an in/out dry-cleaning list.

• Preparing nutritious dinners for the family to heat up when they arrive home from work. There are many grocery markets within walking distance. There is also a barbecue that can be used.

• Taking care (walking, feeding) of a loving and loveable family dog. There is a gated dog park within walking distance of the home. The dog can be let off the leash within the dog park.

• Occasional assistance with entertaining and greeting people is an asset

• Inventory management to include toiletries, cleaning products, fresh and dry grocery items

• Errands and grocery shopping

• Wardrobe management and organization

• Cleaning of small outdoor terrace area to include covering furniture in the event of rain

• Watering of outdoor plants (both potted and planted)

• Maintaining front entrance area

• Answering the telephone and taking accurate messages

• Report any household problems, malfunctioning items to the Principals as soon as possible

• Directing and supervising trades and vendors, while being mindful of security

• Receiving packages and deliveries

• Seasonal projects

• Deep cleaning projects

• This is a dynamic job description and will change as the family grows and evolves

 

Skills & Attributes:

• A minimum of 5 years' housekeeping experience in a professional home

• Experience in the care and maintenance of fine surfaces, furniture and artwork

• Experience with dogs. Must be an animal lover and capable of managing an energetic but well-trained young dog.

• Good laundry, hand-washing, and ironing skills

• Driving is an asset

• Should be a comfortable home cook who knows their way around the kitchen, can follow recipes, and follow favourite family recipes

• Must be able to work both independently and follow check lists

• Must be punctual and dependable

• The ideal candidate would be able to “hit the ground running” due to their experience in housekeeping

• Must have good listening skills

• Good command of English

• Ability to speak French is a definite asset

• Ability to communicate with Principals via telephone, text, and/or email is a must

• There is no travel required

• The ideal candidate is intelligent and not afraid to ask questions

• Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement

• Must be legally qualified to work in Canada

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