You know the busy inner-workings of your estate, and hiring an experienced team of domestic staff to navigate those can be the solution you need to make your life easier.
Your home will run smoothly, and you can move away from the hustle and bustle of an overworked lifestyle so you can better focus on the things you enjoy – including spending time with family members, growing your business, or finding the right work life balance.
The Journey to Employer
Success in employing domestic staff first begins with understanding your needs – what type of positions your unique estate requires.
Next, articulate what your expectations are for these roles, think closely about what skills or qualifications you’re looking for, determine what you’re willing to pay, then create detailed job descriptions for each domestic staffing position.
Follow the checklist for hiring domestic staff to get the ball rolling in the right direction.
Success as a household employer also means understanding and staying within all legal guidelines. That means you’ll need to read up on your state’s specific laws and regulations, understand fair and legal pay standards, and learn what your tax obligations are.
At Household Staffing, we understand that managing and understanding the legalities of hiring household employees can get complicated. That’s why we partner with payroll/tax agencies that specialize in the industry, so our clients have peace of mind knowing things are covered accurately.
Being successful also requires being intentional during the screening and interviewing process, preparing well for in-person interviews with the right questions, taking the time for reference checking, and drafting a comprehensive and detailed employment contract and work agreement.
Once your staff is ready to begin work, set a probationary period, and consider investing time or resources into orientation, onboarding, or training programs, so your new employee can be set up for long-term success and fulfillment in their new role.
And as you manage them, keep in mind that clear, respectful communication, a commitment to resolve conflict quickly if it arises, and regular performance reviews/check-ins are all crucial in keeping a harmonious employee/employer relationship within the home.
Showing your domestic staff that you are dedicated to a supportive work environment and are mindful of a healthy work-life balance goes a long way in building loyalty.
In the unfortunate event that the job is not a good fit for your employee or your home, you should be aware of the best ways to navigate termination, conducting each part of the process with professionalism and discretion.
We’re Here to Help
We understand that recruiting and hiring domestic staff takes time that you might not have.
For nearly 30 years, we have worked alongside thousands of satisfied clients around the country who have discovered the value of personalized staffing services. We listen closely to what your household needs are and pride ourselves in finding the ideal match.
Ready to start your household staffing journey?
Contact us at (212) 600-2085 to discover the excellence and commitment of our team at Household Staffing.
