Live-in housekeeper
すみこみかせいふ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Domestic Life Support Service Occupations
- Minor : Housekeepers and Domestic Helpers
Summary
A profession that lives in the employer's home and handles all household chores such as cleaning, laundry, cooking, etc.
Description
A live-in housekeeper resides permanently in the employer's home, handling all necessary household tasks including cleaning, laundry, cooking, shopping, childcare, and basic elderly care. They also manage household item inventory and simple household budgeting, building trust with the employer while providing services with consideration for privacy. Working hours flexibly adjust to the household's lifestyle rhythm and may require response in emergencies.
Future Outlook
With the aging population and increasing number of dual-income households, demand for live-in housekeepers is expected to remain stable. On the other hand, the spread of housework proxy services will lead to diversification of work formats.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Attentive / Honest / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Housework proxy staff → Chief housekeeper → Housekeeper manager → Housework proxy service coordinator → Entrepreneurship (housework proxy service operation)
Required Skills
Cleaning skills / Cooking skills / Inventory management / Laundry
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of caregiving and childcare / Communication skills / Organizing and tidying / Simple home appliance repair
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | It is necessary to flexibly adapt to different household environments and lifestyles. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is necessary to maintain the quality of fine cleaning and cooking. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with the employer and family is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for standing work and carrying heavy loads. |
| Planning & Organization | Daily housework schedules and inventory management require planned task execution. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is important for handling long hours of housework in a live-in environment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Housework is manualized, and complex logical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Simple calculations are needed for household budgeting, but advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Housekeeper Skills Certification
- Housework Proxy Manager
- Organizing Advisor
Aliases
- Housekeeper (live-in)
- Live-in housekeeper
- Live-in kaseifu
Related Jobs
- Babysitter
- Housekeeper
- Housekeeper (domestic helper)
- Housework proxy staff