Domestic Manager

Job Summary

American Iron & Metals is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Housekeeping Attendant to join our team in Montreal. As a key member of our household staff, you will be responsible for maintaining the appearance and housekeeping of our main residence, ensuring the well-being of our family and meeting their varied needs with discretion and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain the house, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and other tasks;
• Maintain furniture and delicate surfaces, including porcelain, crystal, silverware, art objects, and collectibles;
• Tidy the house daily;
• Clean and organize outdoor areas and furniture;
• Manage waste and recycling;
• Perform laundry, ironing, and care of clothes, sheets, towels, and other linens;
• Make beds and tidy rooms daily;
• Manage dry cleaning pick-up and delivery;
• Set tables, serve, and clean up after meals;
• Tidy up storage areas;
• Manage floral arrangements and plants;
• Assist with preparation and service at residence events;
• Assist with child supervision and driving to various destinations;
• Answer the front door, greet guests and visitors, and answer the telephone;
• Travel to the vacation home when necessary;
• Handle special requests as needed;
• Coordinate house maintenance;
• Supervise and coordinate housekeeping for the main and secondary homes;
• Ensure good communication between all workers in the house.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in a similar position;
• Working knowledge of property maintenance;
• Experience in museum-type maintenance of delicate surfaces, art objects, etc.;
• Experience caring for a child (transportation and supervision).

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to work with minimal direction;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Good physical condition;
• Flexibility to work outside job description parameters;
• Flexibility in working hours, as required, and ability to work long days during peak season;
• Flexibility and tolerance to last-minute changes;
• Ability to multi-task;
• Good command of French and English (spoken and written);
• Energetic with a high level of work ethic;
• Honesty and initiative;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Discretion and respect for the employer's privacy;
• Valid driver's license and good driving record;
• Smoke-free environment.