Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Additional Information
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Maria Gomes

Brooklyn

Summary

Talented, methodical housekeeping professional with over 25 years of experience in a variety of prominent residences. Trilingual in spoken English, Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese. Comprehensive specialized cleaning experience and exceptional organizational abilities. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Housekeeper

Private Family Client
Tribeca NYC
07.2024 - Current

Covering vacations every year from July until August.

Organizing, cleaning, packing, unpacking and deep cleaning.

Housekeeper

S.Daniel Abraham
NYC
01.2025 - 05.2025

Cleaning and organizing independently 40 residential rooms in a single apartment in NYC.

  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in all areas of residence.
  • Managed laundry tasks, ensuring efficient care for garments and linens.
  • Collaborated with family members to establish personalized cleaning preferences.
  • Enhanced overall household environment through attention to detail and quality standards.
  • Coordinated deep cleaning projects, prioritizing high-traffic areas for maximum impact.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.

Housekeeper

Crimmins Staffing Agency - Al Martino Staffing Agency
New York City
04.2021 - 12.2023
  • Supervised daily housekeeping operations, ensuring cleanliness and organization throughout guest areas.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on hotel standards and cleaning procedures.
  • Implemented inventory control measures for housekeeping supplies, maintaining optimal stock levels.
  • Collaborated with maintenance teams to address facility issues promptly and efficiently.

Head Housekeeper/ Private Estate House Manager

Ms. Barbara Brennan
Forest Hills, NY
07.2010 - 02.2021
  • Administered general and deep cleaning housekeeping duties.
  • Sanitized all bathrooms, counters, and kitchen surfaces.
  • Oversaw private residence daily and maintained regular communication with head of household.
  • Supervised all aspects of vendors, outside maintenance and security.
  • Ran family errands and maintained inventory for both household and grocery supplies.
  • Provided pet care such a walking and feeding.
  • Answered all phone calls and took down messages.
  • Assisted in helping with the caters and planning meetings.
  • Organized formal and informal meetings and parties for family and guests.

Housekeeper (Part-Time)

Mark Herzlich - Giants player
Jersey City, NJ
07.2010 - 12.2010
  • Performed a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and polishing.
  • Completed laundry services with special attention to care instructions.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Ensured all rooms are cared for and inspected according to the standard.

Chauffeur

United Nations
New York, NY
11.2002 - 09.2009
  • Drove diplomats to a specific location in a timely manner.
  • Followed specific guidelines for maintaining security.
  • Used knowledge of local street and traffic patterns to avoid heavy traffic.
  • Dealt effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors.
  • Applied good judgement of contexts given.

Executive Housekeeper

Ms. Ilene Vultagio - Owner of the Arizona Iced Tea
Port Washington, NY
01.2006 - 06.2009
  • Maintained general and deep cleaning of an 18,000 square foot residence in Long Island.
  • Cleaned and kept antique furnishings and delicate surfaces.
  • Supervised all aspects of vendors, outside maintenance and security.
  • Assisted in kitchen duties including helping the chef, cleaning, and going grocery shopping.
  • Collaborated with other staff including other housekeepers in the house.

Head Housekeeper

Mr. Spence Partners Capital - Managing Director, Head of Co-Investments
New York, NY
06.2005 - 12.2006
  • Cleaned and organized 6 townhouse floors.
  • Babysitting as a needed.
  • Pet care.

Housekeeper

Crown Plaza Hotel
New York, NY
11.2002 - 08.2004
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
  • Engaged with guest rooms in accordance with the hotel standards.
  • Cleaned assigned guest rooms in accordance with hotel standards.
  • Provided all the necessary products in bathrooms to promote overall satisfaction to guests.
  • Stocked and maintained housekeeping carts and storage rooms.

Education

High school diploma - undefined

Maria Montessori
Contagem, MG
12.1987

Skills

Cleaning (10 years)

Staff Management (5 years)

Spanish (10 years)

Child Care (10 years)

Multilingual (10 years)

Portuguese (10 years)

Kitchen experience

Supervision (5 years)

Maintenance (3 years)

English (10 years)

Stocking

Pet care (10 years)

Organizational skills (10 years)

Pet Sitting

Animal Care

Certification

  • Executive Protection-Disaster Relief
  • Present
  • Executive Protection trained and certified by La Sorsa & Associates former Secret Service Presidencial Service Agent.
  • Disaster Relief by NYC Red Cross.

Languages

Trilingual in spoken English, Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese.

Additional Information

  • Dayli - Weekly - Montly task
  • Daily Cleaning:
  • Dusting all surfaces, including furniture, shelves, and decorations.
  • Vacuuming or sweeping all floors and carpets.
  • Mopping hard floors.
  • Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen countertops, appliances, and sink.
  • Wiping down bathroom fixtures, countertops, and mirrors.
  • Emptying trash cans.
  • Making beds and changing linens as necessary.
  • Tidying up common areas, including straightening pillows, organizing magazines, etc.
  • Spot cleaning stains and spills as needed.
  • Weekly Cleaning:
  • Deep cleaning bathrooms, including scrubbing showers, tubs, and toilets.
  • Cleaning kitchen appliances, such as the oven, microwave, and refrigerator.
  • Dusting blinds, curtains, and ceiling fans.
  • Polishing wood furniture.
  • Cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces, like light switches and doorknobs.
  • Cleaning windows and glass surfaces.
  • Monthly/Seasonal Cleaning:
  • Cleaning and organizing closets, cabinets, and drawers.
  • Washing windows, inside and out.
  • Cleaning light fixtures and chandeliers.
  • Vacuuming upholstery and curtains.
  • Cleaning outdoor areas, such as patios, decks, and balconies.
  • Washing and waxing floors, if necessary.
  • Deep cleaning carpets or scheduling professional carpet cleaning services.
  • Additional Tasks (on occasion):
  • Watering plants as requested.
  • Running errands, such as grocery shopping or picking up dry cleaning.
  • Pet care, such as feeding and walking pets.
  • Notifying the homeowner of any maintenance or repair needs.

Timeline

Housekeeper

S.Daniel Abraham
01.2025 - 05.2025

Housekeeper

Private Family Client
07.2024 - Current

Housekeeper

Crimmins Staffing Agency - Al Martino Staffing Agency
04.2021 - 12.2023

Head Housekeeper/ Private Estate House Manager

Ms. Barbara Brennan
07.2010 - 02.2021

Housekeeper (Part-Time)

Mark Herzlich - Giants player
07.2010 - 12.2010

Executive Housekeeper

Ms. Ilene Vultagio - Owner of the Arizona Iced Tea
01.2006 - 06.2009

Head Housekeeper

Mr. Spence Partners Capital - Managing Director, Head of Co-Investments
06.2005 - 12.2006

Chauffeur

United Nations
11.2002 - 09.2009

Housekeeper

Crown Plaza Hotel
11.2002 - 08.2004

High school diploma - undefined

Maria Montessori
Maria Gomes