Domestic Helper
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Log in to postBreaking contract and hiring helper / partner
I have been dating an Indonesian helper for the past six months. She is employed by a Chinese family and has only off on Sunday from 6am until 10pm. I know she is entitled to 24 hours off, but that...
How to complaint domestic helper
Hi,I want to know how to complaint my new domestic helper's work performanc and working attitude.Before we have a domestic helper working with us 6 years.This time is first happening in my house,...
poison
Hello guys,So im thinking of employing a FDH to look after my 2 kids..but i need to know whats the salary requirement to employ a FDH in Hk? currently its only my husband working and his salary is...
Helper found in seeking new employer advertisement
My friend accidentally came across my current helper of 1 month being advertised by one agent, complete with profile picture, on their website. In addition, it is advertised as "terminated contract...
Helper starting salary/salary negotiation
Hi! I tried searching already but all threads on starting salary seem to be from quite a few years ago. I am pregnant and looking for my first domestic helper to help with my newborn. I know the...
Changing helper contract due to separation
My domestic helpers contract is under my name. I am about to separate from my spouse. I will be the one moving out, but would like the helper to stay with my spouse and children.What is the process...
Looking to share a Helper?! Or full time local HK helper?
Hey all, I was wondering if there was anyone out there who currently has a full time helper but not enough work for them and want to share? We are in a position where there are 2 of us, no kids and...
Looking to share a Mandarin speaking helper
We are a British/German family and recently moved to Hong Kong. We used to live in Beijing for 3.5 years before that and our son was born there. We are looking to share a Mandarin speaking helper,...
This is the way I operate (Helpers please READ)
A few weeks ago, just days after Xmas, my gf tried to post an ad here on the domestic help "part time" section.She received various replies, the usual guy asking for "a little extra if he pay more"...
Looking for boarding house in island
Hi everyone I'm looking for a boarding house in Hk island for my DHany recommend? Expect wan chai or north point
Required to pay for luggage, return passage
For important reasons I would rather not get into, we fired a helper after her first day at work. She was on a highly paid contract so she was getting $$$ for one day's worth of work. We have paid...
Helper on maternity Leave - Stay out ?
Hi,I wonder has anyone experience of this situation.My helper wishes to stay out in HK with her boyfriend for the duration of her maternity leave. His sister is also there so she can have "family...
Single Lady with a small house, can I hire a live in domestic helper?
Hi, I am a single woman, leaving here in HK for about a year now.. I am a teacher in secondary school.. With a very busy and demanding job, I wish to hire a full time helper. My problem is I have a...
Flatshare problem
HelloI am away from Hk for 6 months and I have decided to rent out my spare bedroom while away.I had a cleaner organised to come once a week and keep on eye on the flat.Flatmate moved in ( so she...
French helper
Bonjour!I am 32 years old man and I would like to become an helper. I have been seeking online but I cannot get my answer.How do we apply as a Foreign Domestic Helper?Warm regards
Doing background check on domestic helpers
I was wondering if there is any objective background checks available. Like equivalent of credit/criminal check? I know you can contact former employers, but of course that's only one side. I found...
What Employers Should Look Out For!
We engaged Amah Search services twice so far. When our first helper resigned, they managed to find another helper for us.Our 2nd helper shared with us after she started working with us that one of...
Hiring part time domestic helper is illegal
I wondering why asiaxpat allowing domestic helper to post add looking for a part time job. This is illegal domestic helper is not allow to do any part time job. Once caught both parties can face...
How to post for a maid
There use to be a place where employer can place an ad for helper, but I can't find it any more. Does anyone know where it went?
Perspectives welcome
Hi,So I find myself a bit confused as I am new to this whole live-in helper situation. There are a few issues that have come up and I would like to know if:(A) are these usual "first month"...
Mother / daughter helper team - any thoughts?
We are looking to hire a second helper - we have new twin girls!. Our current helper, who is wonderful, has a daughter in PH looking to come to HK. Any thoughts on pros and cons of having a mother...
Help please!
What if the helper will give a 1 month notice to her employer then after the employer will sign the notice she will tell to the helper to leave the house, does the employer still need to pay the...
Helper Back out- Agency Won't Refund
Hi Everyone!I am having a quite particular issue, with very little or no precedent case to refference.We found a full-time helper in July , signed contract between Helper and Employer, and gave the...
Looking for part time dog sitter/helper
Hi, I am looking for someone who wants a few hours of work per week in the Tai Kok Tsui area. I need someone to come in and feed/play/look after my puppy for an hour or 2 per day, and also clean my...
Does termination payment include food allowance?
If you are terminating a helper – does the one month wages include the $964 food allowance or is it just their base wage? I understand that I need to pay her pro-rata holidays and flight home and...
Helper Bed Wanted
Hi, we are looking for a helper bed and I haven't been able to locate one with the dimensions that we need! If anyone has one they no longer need with dimensions no greater that 32" x 69" (or one...
Recommendations for a Employment lawyer for Labour Tribunals
I am looking for recommendations for a Employment lawyer. We need to get advice as our helper resigned and is planning take us to the labour tribunal.In her resignation letter.1.She claims we did...
Mandarin native babysitter
Hello,We are looking for a mainland China or Taiwan native speaker to come and babysit our 20 months old daughter. Ideally twice a week (Monday and Friday) from 8h30 to 10h30. Ideally a very...
need help
hi anybody knows where is J & G Happy Maids Employment Agency and General Merchandising is located?hope for reply...thanks
Helper Stealing Money
I recently found out my helper stealing from me…..over 10K this month.I had two young babies so I can't fire her right away….what should I do?