Job description
SUMMARY Our client, a highly discerning private household based in Burnaby, British Columbia, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Housekeeper to maintain a refined and well-organized residence. This role is suited to a professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional standards of cleanliness, discretion, and consistency within a private residence environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform comprehensive housekeeping duties, including daily cleaning, deep cleaning, and overall upkeep of the residence. Ensure all living spaces are maintained to immaculate, presentation-ready standards at all times. Care for fine materials and surfaces (marble, hardwood, specialty finishes, delicate fabrics) with appropriate techniques.
Manage laundry and wardrobe care, including ironing, steaming, folding, and basic garment maintenance. Organize closets, storage areas, and household systems with efficiency and attention to detail. Prepare, pack, and unpack suitcases with care and organization, ensuring garments and personal items are handled according to household preferences.
Assist with the setup, service, and cleanup during social events and gatherings, maintaining a polished and discreet presence throughout. Handle household errands, including grocery shopping, dry cleaning, and procurement of household supplies. Monitor and replenish household supplies and cleaning products. Assist with seasonal deep cleans and special projects as required.
Provide occasional supervision of children and support with their daily routines and activities and ensuring a safe environment. Work collaboratively with other household staff or external service providers when applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
& REQUIREMENTS Proven experience working in a private household or high-end hospitality environment. Strong understanding of housekeeping standards within a refined or luxury setting. Ability to support light service during events (table setting, clearing, coordination with kitchen staff). Comfortable managing errands and maintaining household logistics efficiently.
High level of discretion, professionalism, and respect for confidentiality. Detail-oriented with a proactive and structured approach to tasks. Ability to work independently and maintain consistency without supervision. Physically capable of performing hands-on duties. Flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of the household.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Long-term, permanent position. Monday to Friday, with flexibility required based as needed (occasional evenings/weekends). HOW TO APPLY If you are dynamic, organized, and detail-oriented, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume to nicolas@elitedomo.com or apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted.
ABOUT ELITE DOMO Elite Domo specializes in the recruitment of experienced private service professionals for private households across Canada and internationally. We carefully match exceptional candidates with long-term opportunities where professionalism, discretion, and service excellence are valued.