About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered what it’s really like to play a crucial role in keeping a household running smoothly? Here’s your chance to join the respected Al Hussein Family Company in Dubai’s lively Al Rigga district as a Housemaid. If you take pride in creating a clean, comfortable, and organized home environment—and want a dependable job with strong support—this is an opportunity you shouldn’t pass up. With a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and all necessities provided, you’ll be able to focus on your work (and yourself) while becoming an essential part of a family’s daily life.
About the Company
Al Hussein Family Company isn’t just another employer in Dubai; they’re proud to treat their team like an extension of the family. With a firm belief in respect, honesty, and mutual support, you’ll find the workplace is less about rigid hierarchies and more about everyone playing a vital part. It’s a multicultural team—don’t be surprised if birthdays get celebrated or you find yourself swapping recipes during meal breaks. This is a well-established household in the heart of Al Rigga, operating with professional standards, genuine gratitude toward staff, and an open-door policy when it comes to your wellbeing.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Keeping the family’s home tidy, welcoming, and well-maintained on a daily basis
- Handling general cleaning tasks—sweeping, mopping, dusting, washing, and more—room by room
- Taking care of laundry and ironing, ensuring the family’s clothes are always fresh
- Assisting in the kitchen: basic food preparation, helping with groceries, and making sure all spaces stay sanitary
- Supporting special routines—maybe it’s setting the table for guests or arranging flowers for a family event
- Running occasional errands or helping organize the family’s wardrobes, shoes, and personal belongings
- Respecting privacy, routines, and preferences of everyone in the household—kindness is key here
What You’ll Bring
- Previous experience as a housemaid, nanny, domestic helper, or similar role (either in the UAE or abroad)
- Willingness to work a 12-hour shift—a steady routine with time to rest and recharge
- Trustworthiness, reliability, and an eye for detail—small things matter here
- Basic understanding of housekeeping, hygiene standards, and safety practices
- Cooperative spirit—you’re happy to work alongside other household staff when needed
- Friendly attitude and polite communication skills
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive monthly salary: AED 3,000 to AED 4,000
- Visa, meals, accommodation, and transportation—no need to worry about daily logistics
- Full medical coverage and insurance provided by the company
- Legal employment with all benefits as required by UAE labor law
- Predictable 12-hour shifts so you can plan your downtime
- Supportive management that values open communication and respect
- Work in the heart of Dubai, with a vibrant community right outside your door
Joining Al Hussein Family Company means not just a job, but a stable, supportive working environment where your contribution is valued every single day. If you’re ready for a dependable opportunity (and a team that treats you with dignity), we look forward to meeting you.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your experience with housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and ironing in a previous household or similar setting?
- How do you prioritize your daily responsibilities to ensure all rooms are clean and welcoming by the end of your shift?
- Tell us about a time when you noticed something in a home needed organizing or additional attention. What steps did you take?
- What specific steps do you follow to maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen, especially during busy times?
- Have you ever worked alongside other household staff? How do you ensure good cooperation and smooth teamwork during your shift?
- If a family member or guest made a last-minute request—such as preparing a guest room or running a quick errand—how would you handle it while managing your routine duties?
- Describe a situation when you had to maintain privacy and discretion in your role. How did you approach it?
- Sometimes, plans change or routines shift unexpectedly. Can you give an example of how you stayed flexible and handled a new or sudden responsibility in a previous job?
- What do you do to keep yourself motivated and positive during long or repetitive shifts?
- In our household, kindness and polite communication are very important. How would you handle a disagreement or misunderstanding with another team member or family member?
- Can you describe how you would contribute to a supportive and welcoming environment among a multicultural team?
- What does “attention to detail” in a housekeeping job mean to you? Can you share a specific example where this skill made a difference?
- How do you handle feedback or suggestions about your work, especially if it comes from family members you’re assisting daily?