FEATURED JOB OPENING: Domestic Caretaker Couple for a Waterfront Home - Savannah, GA

Job Responsibilities of the Domestic Caretaker Couple for a Waterfront Home in Savannah, GA

We are looking for a professional caretaker couple (two individuals) working as a team to manage the day to day operation of a large private home and ensuring that the expected standards are maintained.

HOUSEKEEPING

• Performing general house cleaning duties such as; vacuuming, dusting, mopping the floors, etc.
• Maintaining care of all household items.
• Daily tidying of the house and putting items away.
• Cleaning and organisation of outdoor areas and furniture.
• Trash and recycling management.

LAUNDRY

• Managing the laundry on a daily/weekly basis including; washing of clothes, linens & towels, ironing, folding clothing and placing in closets 
• Making beds and tidy rooms when needed.

SERVICE

• Occasional assistance with private and social events.

MAINTENANCE/GROUNDSKEEPING

• Day to day running of the property to maintain standards and efficiency.
• Identifying maintenance and repair projects.
• General handyman skills  
• Scheduling and supervision of household installations, trades and vendors for interior & exterior including landscaper
• Gardening, lawn mowing and small repairs.
• Cleaning and organization of the garage.
• Keeping of a weekly activity log.
• Overall vehicle management.
• Security surveillance of the property.

OTHER HOUSEHOLD DUTIES

• Organize and manage inventories and storage locations.
• Flower arranging, watering and care of indoor plants.
• Occasional grocery shopping and other various errands.
• Pet care and cleaning (feeding and maintaining a few chickens and fish pond).
• It is not possible to identify all the duties and responsibilities required for this position. As with any such role, the main goal is to ensure the efficient coordination of the employer and family’s occasional visits. The Caretaker couple will be expected to take on other duties and responsibilities not specified above, as needed, on an occasional or ongoing basis.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 2 years similar work experience
• Experience in hands-on household work and knowledge of all areas of property cleaning and organizing.
• Can work under minimal direction.
• Have good organizational skills and attention to details.
• Always keep a professional demeanor.
• Flexibility to work outside of strict job description parameters.
• Flexibility in the working hours and location, according to the employer's needs as well as the capacity to work long hours, as needed.
• Flexibility to handle last-minute changes.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must have a sense of initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Must have a current legal working status in the United States
• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Must like dogs and cats and animals in general

JOB SALARY: Starting salary $45,000/Year for couple 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Work days: 5 days a week (flexibility required).
• Live in (separate fully furnished 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT on accommodation provided on property).
• Two weeks paid vacation.
• House car available for work duties.
• Insurance plan/benefit not provided.

Job Starting Date: November 1, 2020