The Role
Live-in House Manager for a private Vermont household responsible for daily and deep housekeeping, laundry and wardrobe care, inventory management, vendor coordination, light meal preparation, guest readiness, and occasional international travel. Maintain high standards, confidentiality, independent operation, and readiness for the principal's arrival.
Summary Generated by Built In
Summary
A private household (senior couple) in Vermont is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Live-in House Manager to maintain a high standard of cleanliness, organization, and overall household presentation. This is a unique opportunity to work in a well-managed residence with a principal in occupancy approximately three months per year, offering a balanced and structured work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive housekeeping duties including daily cleaning, deep cleaning, and seasonal upkeep.
- Maintain impeccable standards across all living areas, guest spaces, and service areas.
- Laundry and wardrobe care, including delicate fabrics and garment organization.
- Inventory management of household supplies and linens.
- Ensure the residence remains fully prepared for the principal’s arrival at all times.
- Coordinate with external vendors and service providers as required.
- Assist with light meal preparation or kitchen support when needed.
- Support occasional hosting and guest readiness.
- Be available for occasional international travel, if needed.
Experience & Qualifications
- Proven experience in private households, luxury hospitality, or similar environments.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
- Ability to work independently and proactively in a quieter household setting.
- Highly organized, trustworthy, and discreet.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and schedules.
- Maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must have (or able to get) a passport and ability to travel internationally.
General Conditions & Benefits
- Schedule: Full-time, live-in.
- Accommodation: Private, fully furnished living quarters provided on-site.
- Location: Vermont, USA.
- Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance included.
- Start Date: To be discussed.
How to apply
Qualified professional House Manager who thrive in high-trust, high-discretion, high-level of service environments are encouraged to apply.
Please submit your resume to: [email protected], or apply online.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial phone interview, followed by a video interview.
Skills Required
- Proven experience in private households, luxury hospitality, or similar environments
- Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and presentation
- Ability to work independently, proactively, and with discretion and confidentiality
- Availability to live on-site (live-in)
- Valid driver's license
- Passport or ability to obtain one and ability to travel internationally when needed
- Strong attention to detail, highly organized, trustworthy and adaptable
- Experience coordinating with external vendors and service providers
- Ability to assist with light meal preparation or kitchen support
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The Company
What We Do
Elite Domo is a leading North American niche headhunting and staffing agency that specializes in the search and placement of experienced private estate and private service professionals. The firm provides expert recruitment for high-end roles, including gardeners, nannies, personal assistants, family office staff, domestic couples, and private security, ensuring a high standard of service for elite households.
