Position Overview:
Seeking a House Assistant for a residence located in Toronto. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the residence, alongside taking care of daily meal preparation and running errands as needed. This position is full-time, live-out. Work hours are generally between 10am - 6pm, Monday - Friday, with some flexibility required.
Candidate Profile:
You are an experienced and knowledgeable housekeeping professional with excellent cooking skills who enjoys keeping a clean and organized home. You understand how to communicate clearly with your principals, and are comfortable working independently in an environment with children. You understand a home is a living environment, not just a workplace, and can easily adjust your daily schedule to accommodate activities in the residence.
Primary Responsibilities:
Manage daily meal preparation, focusing on nutritious family-style dinners and snacks
Execute daily light housekeeping duties, including bed-making, kitchen maintenance, and general tidying
Support household scheduling and organizational systems
Manage school pickups and transportation to after-school activities for the children
Monitor and replenish household inventory, including groceries and cleaning supplies
Provide basic wardrobe management and organizational support for all family members
Offer occasional childcare support as needed
Uphold and follow household security protocols
Supervise waste management, including recycling, compost, and garbage disposal
Applicant Qualities:
Minimum five years of experience in a private household setting
Strong cooking skills; proven ability to prepare family meals from scratch with provided recipes
Good communication skills and professional personal presentation
Detail-oriented
Strong and confident driver
Excellent housekeeping and laundry skills; correct use of products and methods for fine finishes and surfaces
Commitment to privacy and confidentiality, maintaining professional boundaries at all times
Legally authorized to work in Canada
Possession of a valid full G driver’s license; a car will be provided
