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Mayfair Placement Agency introduces household candidates to private clients throughout New York City and the Tri-State Area. We coordinate the referral process from application through interviews, trial periods, and placement.

No Candidate Fees

There is never a fee to candidates for Mayfair's referral services.

Household Opportunities

Positions We Refer

Explore Services
View Household Positions ⌄

Childcare

  • Newborn Care / Baby Nurse (Non-Medical)
  • Nanny
  • Mother's Helper
  • Rota Nanny (24/7 Coverage)

Household

  • Housekeeper
  • Houseman
  • Butler
  • Chauffeur
  • Domestic Couple

Culinary & Care

  • Family Cook
  • Non-Medical Caregiver
  • Special Needs Caregiver

Household Management

  • Estate Manager
  • Household Manager
  • Personal Assistant
  • Family Assistant
How to Apply

Candidate Application Options

Applying in person at Mayfair's NYC office is preferred. Candidates who cannot visit the office may submit a resume by email for initial review.

Preferred Method

Apply In Person

Visit our NYC office Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

211 East 43rd Street, 7th Floor, Suite 729
New York, NY 10017
Between 2nd & 3rd Avenues · About 5 minutes from Grand Central Terminal Get Directions →

What to bring:

  • Your current resume
  • Photo identification
  • Proof of current mailing address
  • Reference contact information
  • Recommendation letters from previous employers, if available
  • A valid driver's license, if applicable to the position
Accepted Method

Apply via Email

Email your current resume to .

In your message, tell us the household position you are applying for. Keep the email brief.

Resume format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) is preferred. PDF (.pdf) is also accepted.

If your experience appears to match a current or upcoming position, we may contact you and invite you to our office to continue the registration process.

Need Help Preparing Your Resume?

Download our editable Word sample and replace the example information with your own work history, duties, dates, and references. A photo is optional.

Application information is reviewed for referral purposes. Submitting a resume or completing an application does not guarantee an interview, referral, placement, or employment.

Before You Apply

Candidate Expectations

Candidates should meet the following general expectations before being considered for referral.

Provide a current resume with relevant household experience and duties.
Provide previous employer references when applicable. We may contact them about your work history.
Have relevant experience for positions that require it.
Be dependable, professional, and comfortable working in a private household.
Be able to perform the position's essential duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Meet any job-specific requirements listed for the position, such as schedule availability or other position-related needs.
Working With Mayfair

Our Placement Process

From application through placement, Mayfair coordinates the referral process between candidates and clients.

View Placement Process ⌄
1. Candidate Review

We review the information you provide and may consider you for positions that appear to match your experience, availability, and preferences.

2. Client Introduction & Interview

If a client is interested, Mayfair coordinates the interview and communicates with both sides regarding next steps.

3. Trial Period

When applicable, Mayfair coordinates the trial schedule. Trial pay is paid directly to you by the client.

4. Moving Forward

If both you and the client decide to proceed, you begin the regular position based on the terms agreed between you and the client.

5. After Placement

For significant placement-related concerns, you may contact Mayfair so we can help facilitate communication.

Important: During interviews and trial periods, direct questions or proposed changes involving pay, schedule, duties, start date, or other job terms through Mayfair. Your employment is directly with the client who hires you; Mayfair is a referral and placement agency and is not your employer.
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