Houseman in Menlo Park
We're looking for an experienced and thorough Full-Time Houseman in Menlo Park!
Primary Purpose and Function:
Under the direction of the House Manager, responsible for cleanliness and upkeep of the residence of the Property.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Daily walk through of Property, ensuring Principal’s aesthetics and all equipment and facilities are functioning properly
Notify the House Manager of any discrepancies to be included on the maintenance log
Ensure area outside of the Property is clean; no garbage or unnecessary objects blocking the gate
Regular cleaning and upkeep of the residence
Routinely wash interior and exterior windows of buildings on the estate
Vacuum and sweep rooms / entry hall
Routine floor care including mopping, soap application on wood floors and polishing.
Check and change all of the light bulbs and notify the House Manager of their outage
Replace batteries in all remotes when needed and track when they were replaced
Make sure all the electrical cords are up to code and safety regulations
Take out the trash, recyclables and compost
Removal of all cobwebs
Work with housekeeping team to perform deep cleaning and help as needed in cleaning hard-to-reach areas
Help move furniture, artwork or put together newly purchased items
Regular cleaning and upkeep of exterior occupied spaces
Sweep the patio, terrace and walkway area. Hose off areas of any dirt, or debris from animals or plants.
Clean outdoor furniture, cushions and their covers daily
Keep the interior and exterior of the residence organized
Manage storage/organization in garage or storage areas of the house
Assist in creating daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal and annual task lists
Assist in maintaining a comprehensive household inventory list and inventory control
Contribute to the maintenance request log for each property as necessary.
Liaise with vendors, contractors, Family Office, and staff
Coordinate projects as assigned by the Family Office
Coordinate and oversee work of scheduled vendors
Run errands for the Principal or Property as needed
Occasional shopping as required for personal items, household supplies and groceries as needed
Assisting with various facets of preparing, moving, and unpacking into a new residence or other Property
Occasional travel to work at other Properties
Other related duties upon request
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience working in large, multi-staffed homes
Experience with smart home systems and appliances
Must be tech savvy - ability to email, text and use a computer for basic tasks
Must be professional in appearance and demeanor required at all times
Possess valid unrestricted driver’s license, adequate vehicle insurance coverage, and vehicle for use in performing job duties and travel among the Properties
Must be willing to work on weekends or holidays, as needed; however, work schedule is typically Monday to Friday
Preferred Qualifications:
Longevity in previous jobs with verifiable, exceptional references
5+ years of experience
Experience with Mac computer and applications
Expected Work Habits:
Be prompt and on time to all meetings, scheduled work and time lines established by the House Manager
Organized, efficient, punctual, reliable, proactive, self-starter
Personable and able to work with various individuals effectively
Flexibility, integrity and creative problem-solving skills
Must have and express a positive approach to problems and situations that may arise
Physical Demands and Requirements:
Able for full-time active work in and around the residence and grounds
Able to reach, bend, stoop, lift, carry, move typical household items, e.g., furniture
Able to use stairways, household ladder or stepstool
Able to operate household laundry equipment, cleaning equipment, kitchen appliances
Able to use standard computer, telephone and related equipment for communication and recordkeeping
Able to provide limited on-call availability and responsiveness during non-business hours
Able to travel without personal assistance
May be expected to perform occasional work and responsibilities at other Properties