Housekeeper / Cook

Housekeeper / Cook (FT)

Job #: J2158

THIS IS A LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT POSITION:

• Position Details: Full-Time, Live-Out or Live-In.
• Live-In Details: Private room and bathroom provided.
• Location: New York, NY.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday.
• Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
• Compensation: $85,000–$100,000 per year, Paid via W2 (on the books).
• Start Date: July 1, 2026.

A private family in New York City is seeking an experienced, dependable, and detail-oriented Housekeeper / Cook to support the daily upkeep and smooth running of their home. This is a long-term opportunity for a professional who takes pride in maintaining a clean, organized environment while also preparing healthy, delicious meals for the household. Chinese speaker is a plus.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform general housekeeping and daily upkeep of household spaces.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and well-organized home.
• Handle laundry, folding, and ironing.
• Organize and maintain closets, drawers, cabinets, and storage areas.
• Keep household items, supplies, and shared spaces neat and orderly.
• Assist with light cleaning and tidying; this role does not require heavy deep cleaning.
• Prepare daily meals for the household, with a strong focus on dinner (Chinese).
• Assist with simple meal planning and ingredient preparation.
• Clean and maintain the kitchen after meal preparation.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong housekeeping standards and excellent organizational skills.
• Strong cooking skills with the ability to prepare healthy, flavorful meals on a daily basis.
• Familiarity with Chinese or Asian cuisine is preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to learn recipes and adapt to the family’s preferences.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Respectful, flexible, and professional in a private household setting.
• Positive attitude and interest in a long-term role.
• Experience working in homes with children and/or elderly family members is a plus.

Required Qualities :

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong time management skills.
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean and orderly home.
• Comfortable balancing housekeeping and cooking responsibilities.
• Adaptable and able to adjust to the family’s daily rhythm.
• Trustworthy, respectful, and discreet.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ solid years of housekeeping/cooking experience in a private household.
• Excellent references from both current and previous employers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must speak and be able to communicate well in English.
• Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• Valid Driver's license and clean driving record.

Muffetta Household Staffing Agency, a top rated company that provides a full array of household staffing for private residences and businesses. We are a licensed agency.