KS1046 - Full-Time Valet/Houseman - West Village, NYC

## Overview A busy household in the West Village, NYC, is seeking a valet/houseman to help the principal with his morning start and routines. This is a rare long-term opportunity to join a household that takes pride in maintaining an exceptional private residence. The main residence is in NYC, and there is a second home in CA. The role does not require travel. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, from about 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. The position is ready to hire and seeks longevity. ## Responsibilities - Valet/Houseman duties for starting the principal's day - Preparing clothing and wardrobe daily - Preparing a bathrobe and slippers and setting up the shower routine - Maintaining the highest personal standards for yourself - Occasionally preparing a light breakfast and supporting the private chef - Maintaining household supplies - Packing and unpacking luggage for travel - Coordinating dry cleaning and tailoring - Maintaining the principal's wardrobe - Preparing the residence before and after travel - Anticipating the principal's daily needs with minimal direction - Coordinating qualified service providers' appointments - Hospitality-minded professional who understands that while the schedule is generally Monday through Friday, private households occasionally require flexibility to accommodate the principal's schedule, travel, guests, entertaining, and special events. ## Requirements - Must be legal to work in the US - A calm, positive demeanor with the ability to adapt as household priorities evolve - Extensive experience working in high-end, luxury private residences - Exceptional valet and houseman-related skills - Expert wardrobe and fine fabric care - Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities - Ability to anticipate principal's needs and solve problems independently - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Comfort using smartphones, tablets, calendars, and household management software - Experience working with high-profile, public-facing, or ultra-high-net-worth principals preferred - Absolute discretion, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to confidentiality - Flexible availability, with the ability to adjust hours as needed to accommodate the principal's schedule, guests, entertaining, travel, and special events - Experience working in technologically sophisticated homes is highly desirable. - Candidates should be comfortable operating: - Crestron and Lutron home automation systems - Lutron smart lighting and automated shade controls - Whole-home audio, video, and entertainment systems, including Apple TV, AirPlay, distributed speaker systems, and integrated AV controls - Premium residential appliances, including Sub-Zero, Wolf, Miele, Gaggenau, and similar luxury brands ## Salary and Benefits The family is offering a competitive salary of $60/hr+, depending on experience, with a full, comprehensive benefits package.