In many estates, the laundress is handling some of the most fragile and irreplaceable items in the house. One of one couture gowns and suits made by hand on Savile Row require expert care. The skilled laundress knows not only how to interpret laundry care symbols, but has an extensive repertoire of textile reactions to liquids, heat, steam, chemicals, and common care methods.
Forbes Magazine reported that in 2020 there were roughly 500 new billionaires in the US – many hiring an Estate Manager for the first time. Here's our chance to train our employer by: shifting out-of-date expectations, implementing boundaries and providing win/win solutions to our industry's toughest challenges, to create a sustainable position that you love.
As the warmth of summer envelops the country, it is important for Estate Managers to consider the unique clothing needs of household staff during this season.
As of January 1, 2022 all domestic worker employers in Chicago will be required to provide a written contract to their workers. Below are comprehensive sample contracts for home cleaners, nannies / childcare workers, and caregivers created by Arise Chicago. PRO MEMBER CONTENT
