Laundress

Private Family in Upper East Side, NY Seeking an Experienced LaundressPosition Details:A private family of four (two adults and their two grown sons) on the Upper East Side is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented laundress to manage all aspects of garment and household linen care. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a guaranteed salary of $1,500 per week. The family is open to a part-time candidate if preferred. The position is available to start ASAP. The family travels frequently; however, compensation remains consistent during travel periods.Family Overview:The household consists of two adults and their two adult sons, who regularly leave their laundry at the home. The family maintains a busy lifestyle and values a candidate who can independently manage laundry operations with expertise and precision. The home is a brownstone walk-up (no elevator), and the family has two friendly Jack Russell dogs.Responsibilities:Expert-level care and maintenance of all garments and household linensWashing, drying, folding, steaming, and ironing clothing and linensSpecialized care for a variety of fabrics including delicate, high-end, and specialty materialsPressing men's dress shirts to a high standardCare of bed linens, table linens, and napkinsSorting laundry by fabric type, color, and care requirementsManaging laundry schedules for multiple household membersMaintaining laundry room organization and cleanlinessIdentifying and properly treating stainsEnsuring proper storage and organization of clothing and linensComfortable working in a home with dogsIdeal Candidate:Extensive experience as a professional laundress (not a general housekeeper who "does laundry")Strong knowledge of fabric care, garment construction, and proper laundering techniquesSkilled in ironing and pressing, particularly men's shirts and fine linensHighly detail-oriented, organized, and efficientSelf-directed with the ability to manage workload independentlyPhysically capable of navigating a multi-level brownstone (stairs required)Reliable, discreet, and professionalDog-friendly and comfortable around small petsRequirements:Prior experience working in a private home as a dedicated laundressKnowledge of high-end garment care and laundering best practicesAbility to lift, carry, and move throughout a walk-up homeStrong referencesLegal authorization to work in the U.S.