About the position
The Junior House Manager is responsible for the daily cleaning, organization, and operational support of the private residence of the company's CEO and CGO. This role combines hands-on housekeeping with coordination of household activities to ensure the home operates efficiently and to a consistently high standard. The position reports directly to the CEO and CGO and requires absolute confidentiality and discretion, reliability, and the ability to work independently while managing priorities.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
General
- Keep the household running smoothly and efficiently
- Works well independently and takes initiative
- Consistently arrives to work, appointments, meetings, and events on time
- Maintains discretion and confidentiality
- Complies with policies and protocols, as amended from time to time
- Completes all required training to perform job duties effectively
- Proactively identify household needs and address them promptly
Role-specific
Housekeeping & Laundry
- Perform daily cleaning and upkeep of all living areas, mud room, bedrooms, kitchen, outdoor patio area, and office spaces (no deep cleaning required; cleaners attend twice weekly)
- Daily bed making
- Manage daily dishwashing, kitchen clean-up, laundry, ironing, and garment care
- Maintain overall cleanliness and presentation of the home
Organization & Inventory
- Maintain organization across closets, cupboards, pantry, refrigerator, drawers and storage areas
- Monitor and restock household supplies and essentials
- Receive, unpack, and store deliveries
- Ensure all spaces remain orderly, functional, and clutter-free
- Keep an inventory of what supplies are required for household
Meal Preparation & Provisioning
- Check fridge contents and plan meal.
- Prepare a light lunch and healthy dinner (served by 5:00 PM)
- Manage grocery shopping and household supply runs (approximately 1 time per week)
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards
- Ensure consistent availability of food and household necessities
- Ensure proteins are taken from the fridge/freezer for meal preparation and planning
Household Operations & Coordination
- Plan, prioritize, and execute daily household tasks
- Manage a dynamic workload and respond to interruptions (deliveries, service providers)
- Identify and address household needs proactively
- Support the efficient day-to-day operation of the residence
- Ensure daily garbage/recycling/organics are checked regularly and emptied promptly when full, sealing bags and place in canisters in the garage, with liners replaced.
Vendor & Property Support
- Act as the on-site contact for vendors, contractors, and service providers
- Schedule and oversee maintenance and service appointments
- Perform twice daily light seasonal watering (front and exterior of property), plan for gardening, plant care, and outdoor setup and or takedown of patio areas
- Maintain exterior areas in a clean and ready condition
Errands & General Support
- Run local errands and support daily household logistics
- Provide additional assistance as required to maintain household operations
Pet Care
- Feed dogs at 8:30am and 4:00pm
- Ensure fresh water is available daily
- Provide daily leashed walk at 12:00 p.m. for dogs in fenced area for approximately 30 minutes, weather dependent
- Support routine pet care needs; if raining or wet, wipe paws before entering home
- Transport Coco to groomers in Waterdown every 6 weeks
Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in private residences, high-end housekeeping, or hospitality
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize independently
- Proven ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and household management
- Proficiency in preparing consistent, home-style and healthy meals
- Physically capable of daily movement, lifting, and both indoor and outdoor tasks
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable personal vehicle
- Comfortable working in varying indoor and outdoor conditions
- Professional, discreet, reliable, and detail-oriented.
Profile
- Exceptional confidentiality & discretion
- Flexible availability & schedule adaptability
- Highly accountable, reliable, and self-directed
- Dog-friendly with hands-on household responsibility experience
Condition of Employment
- Successful completion of background checks (resume, references, credit, criminal)
- Ongoing adherence to strict confidentiality and privacy standards
- Flexibility to accommodate evolving household needs
How to apply: If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply Now”.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
In compliance with the new Employment Standards Act (ESA) guidelines regarding the use of artificial intelligence, please note that we do not use AI tools to screen or evaluate applications. All candidate assessments are conducted by our recruitment team.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those candidates who are shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted.
Position Status: This position is for an existing vacancy.
- Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
- Work type: In person
- Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday, from 8am to 6pm, with flexibility to work additional hours, overnight shifts, weekends, and public holidays
- Salary: $50,000 Annual
- Benefits: Extended Health Insurance, Paid Vacation 2 weeks
- Location: Hamilton
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
- Do you hold a valid driver’s license (G/ G2) and access to a reliable personal vehicle?
- Are you able to work on-site in the Hamilton area four days per week, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.?
- This position requires flexibility to work additional hours, overnight shifts, weekends, and public holidays. How comfortable are you working a flexible schedule? Please specify any limitations or scheduling restrictions that may affect your availability outside of regular working hours.
- This position requires caring for pets. Are you comfortable caring for dogs, including feeding, walking, and cleaning up after them?
- Please describe your experience preparing consistent, healthy, home-style meals.
- What is your earliest available start date?
Work Location: In person
