Finding the right maid for your household is important. A thorough interview process can help you assess and identify whether a candidate is a good fit. Here are three key observations to help you make an informed choice:
1. Go Beyond Surface Level
It’s easy to get caught up in a candidate’s resume and abilities, but don’t forget to delve deeper. Pay attention to their demeanor and body language. Are they genuinely enthusiastic about the job scope? Do they seem eager to learn and adapt to your household’s specific needs? For example, do they ask insightful questions about your family’s lifestyle or express a willingness to learn new cleaning techniques? A maid who is proactive and shows initiative is likely to be more attentive to detail and take pride in their work.
2. Assess Practical Skills
While experience is valuable, practical skills are equally important. Consider asking scenario-based questions to gauge their problem-solving abilities. For example, “How would you handle a stain on a delicate fabric?” or “What would you do if the baby starts crying while you’re cleaning?” Observing their responses will give you insights into their ability to handle real-life situations that may arise in your home. Do they demonstrate a calm and resourceful approach?
3. Take a longer term view
We may be impressed with a maid’s ability to cook or language proficiency. But there are areas that does not align with our preference such as dietary restrictions or length of experience. What do we do? In such instances, it pays to take a long term view of things – are you able to accept that she will be cooking and eating separately for the whole duration of the contract? These will help ensure that you are not just making a decision based on initial impressions, but truly finding a maid who integrates well with your family’s lifestyle and needs for the long haul.
GM Connection Pte Ltd (18C9275) is a licensed employment agency based in Singapore.
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