KC073 - Full-Time Executive Housekeeper - Los Altos, CA

Overview

A private ultra-high-net-worth family in Los Altos Hills, CA is seeking a full-time Executive Housekeeper to oversee the care, organization, and presentation of their newly built luxury residence. This role is designed for a career housekeeper with experience working in homes with elevated finishes, fine materials, and high standards, while remaining comfortable in a warm, semi-informal household culture. The family values communication, initiative, and a calm, friendly presence. The home includes a main residence of approximately 6,000 sq ft (6 BD / 5 BA), an ADU/guest house of approximately 800 sq ft (1 BD / 1 BA), and extensive outdoor living areas on 1 acre (44,000 sq ft), including a rooftop deck, pool, and outdoor kitchen. Both principals work from home, and the home includes five children under twelve, requiring a housekeeper who is comfortable working around family life and understands how to balance discretion with being part of the household's routine. The family is only considering local candidates; relocation is not being offered.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Typically 8:00 AM-4:00 PM 
• Monday–Friday

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• The Executive Housekeeper will take ownership of maintaining a well-run, organized, and immaculately presented home. This is a hands-on role requiring strong attention to detail, efficiency, and proactive communication.

Interior Care & Presentation

• Daily and deep cleaning of all interior spaces to a guest-ready standard
• Proper care of luxury finishes including stone, hardwood, custom cabinetry, and designer fixtures
• Resetting rooms, managing daily household flow, and maintaining order throughout the home

Laundry & Wardrobe Support

• Managing children’s clothing, towels, and daily household laundry
• Steaming and ironing as needed
• Higher-end garments and dry cleaning may be outsourced depending on household decisions

Outdoor Spaces & Guest Home

• Maintaining cleanliness of outdoor living areas, decks, rooftop deck, and outdoor kitchen
• Full care of the guest house interior to main-house standards

Household Support

• Monitoring and restocking household supplies
• Coordinating with and escorting vendors when on-site
• Occasional errands if needed (dry cleaning, dog grooming, grocery runs), though primary errands are managed by the Property Manager
• Supporting hosting and events a few times per year

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in UHNW homes or luxury hospitality environments
• Strong knowledge of high-end materials and proper cleaning methods
• Proactive, organized, and detail-driven
• Comfortable working in a home with children and principals present
• English fluency required

Requirements

• Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic, family-centered household
• Willingness to support occasional event preparation and hosting assistance as needed
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Able to pass a background check

Salary and Benefits

• $114,400-$135,200 annually ($55-$65/hr )
• W-2 employment
• 2 weeks accrued PTO
• 8 paid holidays
• 3–5 sick days
• Medical stipend negotiable