Mies, Switzerland
A private family residing in Mies, Switzerland (Canton of Vaud) is seeking an experienced, dependable and well-organised and highly professional Housekeeper to oversee the daily management and maintenance of their home.
The household comprises two adults and three children, and the family already employs a nanny.
Position Details
• Full-time role
• 5 working days per week with 2 consecutive days off
• Working hours to be arranged in line with the family's requirements
• Official Swiss employment contract
Key Responsibilities
• Managing all housekeeping duties and the day-to-day upkeep of the property
• Cleaning and maintaining the residence to an excellent standard
• Laundry, ironing and wardrobe management
• Ensuring the kitchen remains clean, tidy and well stocked
• Preparing simple meals for the family when required
• Grocery shopping and purchasing household essentials
• Monitoring household supplies and proactively replenishing stock
• Accepting deliveries and coordinating access for household contractors and service providers
• Noticing maintenance concerns and ensuring they are reported and followed through
• Maintaining an organised household and supporting the smooth daily operation of the home
• Communicating with the family and nanny regarding household needs and priorities
Candidate Profile
• Previous experience working within a private household is essential; experience with UHNW families is highly desirable
• Excellent housekeeping and household management abilities
• Good cooking skills, with the confidence to prepare straightforward family meals
• Highly organised, proactive and able to anticipate the family's requirements
• Discreet, trustworthy, reliable and adaptable
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of cleanliness
• Comfortable working independently and taking full responsibility for household duties
• Valid driving licence preferred
• Checkable references (for similar, recent jobs)
• Clean police record (up to date)
• Valid documentation permitting legal employment in Switzerland
Location
• Candidates should ideally be based within approximately 40–45 minutes of Mies, taking commuting time into account.
Salary & Benefits
• Salary dependent on experience and overall profile
• Official Swiss employment contract
• Full compliance with Swiss employment legislation
As there are no other permanent household staff members employed within the home, the successful candidate must be self-sufficient, proactive and comfortable taking ownership of the overall organisation and smooth running of the household.