Part-Time Housekeeper Opportunity in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA
Position: Part-Time Housekeeper
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 7:00 AM/7:30AM – 3:00 PM, with the potential to add Tuesdays
Salary: $35 to $37/hour
Start Date: ASAP
Relocation: No – local candidates preferred
About the Family
A warm, respectful family in Philadelphia's prestigious Rittenhouse Square neighborhood is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Part-Time Housekeeper to become an integral member of their household team. They are looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining a beautifully organized home, enjoys working independently, and values professionalism and consistency.
The family works with a Family Assistant and private chef, creating a collaborative household environment where everyone contributes to keeping the home running seamlessly. They are hoping to find someone who is interested in building a long-term relationship and growing with their family as they transition into a new home this winter.
Responsibilities
Prepare the kitchen each morning by ensuring dishes are put away and surfaces are clean before the chef arrives at 8:30 AM
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, dining room, living room, and powder room throughout the day
Keep household items and children's belongings organized and returned to their designated places
Empty trash daily, clean the kitchen sink, and load the dishwasher before leaving each day
Manage laundry for two adults and one teenager, including washing, folding, hanging, organizing, steaming, and putting away the principals' clothing
Change bed linens weekly throughout the home
Perform detailed weekly cleaning of all living spaces and bathrooms
Break down boxes for recycling and ensure trash and recycling are taken out on schedule
Complete bi-weekly deep cleaning of the home, including the refrigerator and pantry
Assist with putting away grocery deliveries and maintaining an organized refrigerator
Monitor household cleaning and paper supplies, communicating replenishment needs to the Family Assistant
Handle occasional dry-cleaning drop-offs and pick-ups as needed
Ideal Candidate & Personality
The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and takes genuine pride in maintaining an immaculate home. They are self-motivated, dependable, and able to manage their daily responsibilities independently while communicating effectively with the principals and household staff. The family values someone who maintains professional boundaries, adapts easily to changing priorities, contributes thoughtful ideas to improve household operations, and is interested in becoming a long-term member of their household team. A positive attitude, discretion, flexibility, and exceptional attention to detail are essential for success in this role.
Requirements
Prior experience as a professional housekeeper in a private home
Strong laundry, garment care, and household organization skills
Ability to work independently and effectively manage daily priorities
Excellent communication skills and willingness to ask questions when clarification is needed
Ability to collaborate with other household staff members
Professional references and a clean background check required
Commitment to maintaining professionalism, including minimal personal phone use during work hours and adherence to household policies regarding guests, smoking, alcohol, and drug use