Live-out Housekeeper Job

  • Sector: Housekeeping
  • Function: Live-out Housekeeper
  • Contact: Swiss Office
  • Start Date: ASAP for the right candidate
  • Location: Zurich
  • Salary: 6,000 CHF GPM
  • Job Ref: 186935
  • Contact Email: swissoffice@greycoatlumleys.ch

Live-out Housekeeper Opportunity, Lakeside in the Canton of Zurich

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced housekeeper a lakeside private household about 30 minutes (both by Car & Public Transport) from the centre of Zurich. This full-time position requires a detail-oriented professional who can maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization in a luxury residential environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Comprehensive house cleaning and maintenance to luxury standards

  • Professional laundry services including delicate and specialty fabrics

  • Expert ironing and garment care

  • VIP wardrobe management and organization

  • Operation of steam generator and other professional equipment

  • Care and maintenance of all surface types (marble, wood, glass, etc.)

  • Proper use of modern household appliances and specialized cleaning products

  • Basic care and interaction with two German Shepherd dogs

  • Maintenance of cleaning supply inventory

  • Coordination with other household staff as needed 

Essential Requirements

  • Valid Swiss work permit or EU citizenship with legal right to work in Switzerland

  • Fluency in English a must, any level of Russian a major advantage, French & German also an advantage

  • No allergies to dogs and familiarity with handling them

  • Must feel comfortable around 2 Large dogs

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Private luxury residence

  • Knowledge of luxury fabric care and specialised cleaning techniques

  • Physical fitness for demanding cleaning tasks

  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Reliability, discretion, and professional demeanour 

Working Conditions

  • Schedule: 43 hours per week, 5 days with 2 days off – Monday to Friday

  • Salary of 6,000 CHF Gross per month

  • Holiday 5-weeks per annum 

Job No: 186935 

Consultant: Greycoat Lumleys – Swiss Office