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All job information and job descriptions are offered as guidelines to help you understand
the general responsibilities for each of the types of domestic positions listed
on GoNannies.com. Please note that every family's job is unique and may have different
requirements. Specific requirements of any position should be discussed during the
interviewing process and confirmed upon extending a job offer, preferably in writing,
to avoid misunderstandings.
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WHAT IS A HOUSEKEEPER? |
Housekeeper Job Description - Housekeepers/Maids
are responsible for making sure all assigned areas of the home are clean, neat,
and tidy. This includes any indoor household cleaning and organizing tasks assigned
by the employer and may regularly include cleaning "projects" (e.g., cleaning and
organizing a messy closet). Typical responsibilities include, vacuuming, dusting,
laundry, mopping and waxing floors, changing linen, etc. Some Housekeeper/Maid positions
also require cooking or food preparation. This should be specified early in the
interview process if desired.
Typical Salary - The salary range for
housekeepers is typically from $7/hour to $12/Hour for a full-time housekeeper and
they may have either hourly or flat rates for occasional/scheduled cleaning. Rates
also vary depending on whether they are live-in or live-out, what other benefits
are offered (e.g., room and board, etc.), region of the country, etc. Families are
encouraged to SEARCH our database for
FREE to see the salaries requested by candidates registered on our site.
Benefits - Offering benefits to an
employee is not required by law. Benefits may optionally be offered to all domestic
personnel types and when offered, makes the package being offered to a candidate
more attractive and may contribute to the longevity of their employment. Many candidates
do not expect or desire benefits while others do. This should be discussed directly
between families and candidates.
Schedules - All domestic personnel
position types registered at GoNannies.com must indicate their availability. They
may be available part-time or full-time or both, and may also indicate whether they
are available during the week, evenings, on occasion/as needed, etc. Look for how
a candidate has answered the "When Available" question to best determine their availability.
How to find a Housekeeper using GoNannies.com -
Families may SEARCH
our database for FREE to preview the resumes of candidates who meet their
criteria. To gain access to candidates' contact information, the families may REGISTER
and then contact the candidates directly to begin their selection & hiring process
[LEARN MORE].
All rates and responsibilities should be discussed and confirmed directly between
families and candidates.
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