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House AssistantCharles MacPherson Associates • Victoria Central British Columbia Provincial Government, BC, ca
House Assistant

House Assistant

Charles MacPherson Associates • Victoria Central British Columbia Provincial Government, BC, ca
1 day ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

House Assistant Victoria, BC



Position Overview:


Seeking an experienced House Assistant for a semi formal residence located in Victoria BC. The successful applicant will work closely with the household manager in supporting the seamless operation of a large private residence and additional properties. This position is full-time, live-out. Work hours are generally between 10am – 6pm Wednesday-Sunday, with some flexibility required.


Candidate Profile:


You are an experienced and knowledgeable house assistant professional with a proven track record in high-end luxury residential and hospitality environments. Proactive, detail-oriented, and exceptionally discreet, you possess an intuitive ability to anticipate the needs of principals and guests while upholding the highest standards of household care, service, and privacy. You excel at working independently or as a collaborative counterpart to the Household Manager, handling everything from meticulous housekeeping, fine fabric laundry, and wardrobe management to inventory tracking, property inspections, and delicate surface care for antiques and fine artwork. With strong interpersonal and communication skills, a valid driver's license, and basic culinary or food-safe experience including providing meal prep, serving, and cook coverage when needed, you bring seamless support, adaptability, and smooth execution to every aspect of daily household operations and seasonal demands.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Conduct detailed housekeeping duties for the main residence and guest suites, maintaining consistency and precision in alignment with the Principal’s standards

  • Provide support in household scheduling, upkeep, and daily readiness of the property as directed by the Household Manager

  • Prepare the main residence and guest suites for visitors, ensuring guest needs are anticipated and fulfilled

  • Attend to laundry services including ironing, pressing, steaming, folding, and stain removal for clothing, linens, and fine fabrics

  • Maintain organized closets and storage spaces, ensuring seasonal rotation and readiness

  • Manage household inventories (linens, bedding, towels, dishware, serving ware, cleaning products, etc.) and communicate replenishment needs to the Household Manager

  • Assist with meal planning, preparation, serving, and clean-up, including full coverage for the Cook during absences

  • Coordinate grocery shopping and household errands in partnership with the Household Manager

  • Manage indoor plant care and liaise with external vendors for floral arrangements

  • Oversee household garbage, compost, and recycling programs including curbside and off-site drop-offs

  • Conduct weekly inspections of the property to identify and report maintenance needs to the Household Manager and property manager

  • Care for fine furnishings, antiques, and artwork using appropriate methods for delicate materials

  • Looking after Dogs


Applicant Qualities:


  • Good communication skills and professional personal presentation

  • Detail oriented

  • Must be comfortable lifting 30 pounds

  • Excellent housekeeping, and laundry; correct use of products and methods for fine finishes and surfaces

  • Must maintain privacy and confidentiality always, exercising diplomacy, discretion and respecting appropriate boundaries

  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

  • A valid driver’s license is a must




Requirements
House maintenance, Organization, Housekeeping, vacuuming, dusting, laundry, ironing
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House Assistant • Victoria Central British Columbia Provincial Government, BC, ca

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