Margaret Ndiko Tshandu
North Potomac ,MD
Summary
Experienced housekeeper with proven expertise at Mrs Kairys excelling in efficient cleaning routines and inventory management. Skilled in bathroom sanitation and team collaboration, I consistently enhance client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and effective communication. Committed to maintaining high hygiene standards while fostering a comfortable providing clean and sanitary environments. Friendly individual adheres to safety protocols and offers task prioritization and organizational skills.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Parttime Housekeeper
Mr Sam
06.2025 - Current
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring availability for daily tasks.
- Implemented efficient cleaning routines, optimizing time management throughout shifts.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Parttime Housekeeper
Mrs Vidya Vish
06.2024 - Current
- Managed daily cleaning routines to maintain household cleanliness and organization.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols while utilizing cleaning tools and equipment.
- Assisted in meal preparation and served family meals with attention to dietary preferences.
- Provided laundry services, including washing, folding, and organizing family garments.
Private Housekeeper
Mrs Kairys Family
04.2024 - Current
- Managed daily cleaning routines to maintain household cleanliness and organization.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols while utilizing cleaning tools and equipment.
- Assisted in meal preparation and served family meals with attention to dietary preferences.
- Provided laundry services, including washing, folding, and organizing family garments.
- Maintained household inventory by monitoring supplies and restocking as needed.
- Developed effective cleaning schedules to optimize efficiency throughout the home.
- Implemented organization systems for household items, enhancing accessibility and usability.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen and eating areas by washing dishes, removing trash and wiping down counters and surfaces.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
- Maintained confidentiality at all times, upholding privacy standards essential in private housekeeping roles.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic home by implementing thorough cleaning routines.
- Swept, mopped and polished floors to remove dirt and grime and restore floor's protective layer.
- Polished and dusted furniture, antiques and high-priced valuables to preserve pieces.
- Oversaw laundry operations by sorting clothing by color, loading and unloading washing machines and dryers and folding laundry in neat piles.
- Operated steam cleaner to refresh and disinfect fibers of carpet.
Elderly Caregiver
Comfort Care Services
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided compassionate personal care to elderly clients, enhancing daily living activities and emotional well-being.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety and comfort during transfers and movement throughout the home.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records of dosages and schedules for each client.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to address specific needs of clients.
- Monitored health conditions and reported changes to medical staff promptly, contributing to proactive care adjustments.
Housekeeper
Ms Sarah-Botswana
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in residential areas, ensuring high standards of hygiene.
- Utilized cleaning supplies and equipment effectively to achieve optimal results.
- Assisted in laundry duties, including washing, folding, and ironing garments.
- Adapted cleaning schedules based on client preferences and special requests.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Supported event setups and tear-downs, ensuring spaces were returned to their original state in timely manner.
- Streamlined laundry operations, sorting and treating items according to fabric care specifications.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
- Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
- Restocked cleaning storage cabinets, carts and baskets for easy use.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Sorted, laundered and put away various laundry items.
- Collected trash and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.
- Returned emptied garbage receptacles to proper locations.
- Ran special errands, including retrieving dry cleaning and making requested purchases.
- Collaborated with team members to support household maintenance activities.
Education
Diploma - Theology Studies
Trinity International Theological Seminary
Baltimore, MDTravel And Tourism -
Species College
Zimbabwe-AfricaGED -
Modern High School
Botswana Africa07-2026
Skills
- Teamwork
- Housekeeping
- Customer service
- Bathroom cleaning
- Vacuuming and sweeping
- Mopping and sweeping
- Kitchen cleaning
- Dusting furniture
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Folding clean laundry
- FLUENT IN LANGUAGE
Additional Information
Valid work Authorization in USA-EAD
Valid drivers licence & clean driving
Timeline
Parttime Housekeeper
Mr Sam
06.2025 - Current
Parttime Housekeeper
Mrs Vidya Vish
06.2024 - Current
Private Housekeeper
Mrs Kairys Family
04.2024 - Current
Elderly Caregiver
Comfort Care Services
12.2023 - 04.2024
Housekeeper
Ms Sarah-Botswana
01.2019 - 12.2022
Diploma - Theology Studies
Trinity International Theological Seminary
Travel And Tourism -
Species College
GED -
Modern High School