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Residential Housekeeper
Santa Ynez, CA
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We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy Housekeeper to join the team at a stunning 30,000 sq ft private estate in Santa Ynez. This role is ideal for someone who holds five-star hotel standards, communicates clearly, and thrives in a polished, fast-paced household environment. Must also work well in a team setting, including alongside an Executive Housekeeper, and Ranch Manager.


The ideal candidate is:

• Tech-savvy + comfortable with Apple products

• Fluent in English and an excellent communicator

• Physically active (stairs, errands, walking the property)

• Experienced in high-end or luxury residences

• A team player who works closely with an Executive Housekeeper & Ranch Manager

• Highly organized, discreet, and able to follow instructions thoroughly


Key Responsibilities:

Shopping & Errands

• Grocery runs twice weekly (Mon/Fri)

• Purchase household and cleaning supplies (in-store & online)

Mail & Deliveries

• Collect/sort mail & packages

• Greet vendors and manage front-door activity

Laundry & Linens

• Full laundry care: wash, dry, fold, iron, line-dry

• Press linens and sheets; daily towel laundering

• Daily bed making + linen changes (Mon/Fri)

• Track dry-cleaning items

Daily Housekeeping

• Daily cleaning, dusting, vacuuming

• Clean all bathrooms daily

• Manage trash & recycling

• Weekly floor washing (or as needed)

• Maintain organized drawers, closets, kitchen, pantries

• Hand-wash wine glasses & gold-rimmed china

• Polish silver as needed

• Sweep/mop garage 1–2x/month

When Principals Travel

• Deep cleaning + organization projects (drawers, storage, basement, garage)

Vendor & Maintenance Support

• Supervise all vendors onsite

• Coordinate scheduling with Estate Manager

• Allow florist access Mondays & Fridays

• Report maintenance issues proactively

Organization & Projects

• Maintain inventories, shopping lists, maintenance logs

• Support special household projects

• Professional email communication with the team



Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years in a similar role within a high-end residence

• Strong organizational + multitasking skills

• High level of discretion and confidentiality

• Flexible, proactive, and team-oriented

• Able to walk/stand/lift throughout the workday



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