Housekeeper / Private Cook – South Asian Indian Vegetarian Cuisine - CLOSED

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, reliable, and versatile Housekeeper / Private Cook to support a private principal in a Midtown Manhattan apartment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in private household housekeeping and be confident preparing authentic South Asian Indian vegetarian cuisine. This position is best suited for a household professional who takes pride in maintaining a beautifully organized home while preparing fresh, flavorful, family-style meals.

The principal travels frequently, so the schedule and responsibilities will vary depending on whether the principal is in residence.

While the preference is to hire one individual who can successfully manage both housekeeping and cooking responsibilities, the household may also consider two separate professionals: an experienced Housekeeper and a Private Cook.

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeping & Household Maintenance

• Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming apartment.

• Handle daily cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and general household upkeep.

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, including countertops, appliances, cabinets, and food preparation areas.

• Manage laundry, linens, and general household organization as needed.

• Ensure the apartment is properly maintained and ready for the principal's arrival.

• Monitor household supplies and assist with replenishment as necessary.

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness, organization, and discretion.

Cooking & Meal Preparation

• Prepare authentic South Asian Indian vegetarian meals, with an emphasis on traditional, home-style cooking.

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Indian vegetarian ingredients, spices, cooking techniques, and regional dishes.

• Prepare fresh, healthy, flavorful meals based on the principal's preferences.

• Assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, and maintaining a well-stocked kitchen.

• Accommodate dietary preferences and specific meal requests as needed.

• Ensure proper food storage, kitchen sanitation, and cleanliness following meal preparation.

• Prepare occasional meals while the principal is in residence.

Formal fine-dining or Michelin-level culinary experience is not required. The emphasis is on excellent, authentic, family-style Indian vegetarian cooking.

Schedule & Flexibility

When the Principal Is in Residence:

• Daily household support will be required.

• Responsibilities will include housekeeping, meal preparation, and general household assistance.

• Flexibility with working hours is important to accommodate the principal's needs.

When the Principal Is Traveling:

• Approximately two days per week will be required for general housekeeping and apartment upkeep.

• Responsibilities will focus on maintaining the residence and ensuring it remains clean, organized, and ready for the principal's return.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience working in a private household or luxury residential environment.

• Strong housekeeping skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Demonstrated experience preparing authentic South Asian Indian vegetarian cuisine.

• Comfortable preparing family-style meals rather than formal fine-dining cuisine.

• Ability to independently manage household responsibilities and prioritize tasks.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Professional, discreet, trustworthy, and respectful of the principal's privacy.

• Flexible and adaptable to a schedule that varies based on the principal's travel.

• Strong communication skills and a positive, service-oriented attitude.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned household professional who genuinely enjoys both housekeeping and cooking. They should be equally comfortable maintaining a beautifully presented Manhattan apartment and preparing delicious, authentic Indian vegetarian meals.

A warm personality, strong work ethic, flexibility, and a genuine commitment to providing exceptional household support are essential.

Alternative Staffing Arrangement

Should a suitable candidate with both housekeeping and cooking expertise not be available, the household is open to considering two separate professionals:

• Housekeeper: Responsible for maintaining the apartment, general cleaning, laundry, organization, and household upkeep.

• Private Cook: Specializing in authentic South Asian Indian vegetarian cuisine, responsible for preparing fresh, family-style meals when the principal is in residence.

Under this arrangement, the professionals may attend the apartment on alternating days, with schedules coordinated around the principal's needs.

Compensation: $110,000–$150,000 annually for the combined Housekeeper / Cook position, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Compensation and scheduling for separate positions would be determined individually.

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