Do you place household staffs in Surfside?

Yes. Heidi's Helpers has personally placed household staffs throughout Surfside and greater South Florida since 1998. Every candidate is interviewed by Heidi and placed by referral only.

How quickly can you respond?

Most inquiries are answered the same day. Urgent placements are typically handled within a few hours by phone at 954.531.6760.

Are candidates background-checked?

Yes. Every candidate is personally screened by Heidi, reference-verified, and background-checked before being presented to a family.

How does the referral and placement process work?

Every family begins with a private consultation so we understand your household, schedule, and the qualities that matter most. We then hand-select candidates from our vetted network, coordinate interviews, and support you through the offer and onboarding — quietly and at your pace.

What is included in the placement fee?

The one-time placement fee covers the full search: personalized matching, in-depth interviews, verified references, FCRA-compliant nationwide background checks, work-authorization review, and offer & contract guidance. Every package also includes our replacement warranty.

Is there a deposit to begin the search?

Yes. A $500 retainer deposit reserves your search and is credited toward your final placement fee. Deposits are non-refundable but transferable within an active search.

What if the placement doesn't work out?

Every package includes a replacement warranty — 90 days, 6 months, or 12 months depending on the tier. If the role remains unchanged and you notify us within the warranty period, we conduct a replacement search at no additional placement fee.

Do you handle payroll or hourly wages?

Wages are paid directly by the family to the professional. We provide current market rate guidance and can recommend trusted household payroll services on request.

How discreet is the process?

Discretion is standard. Searches are private, candidate materials stay within your household, and every professional we present has been personally referred or vetted. NDAs are available when requested.

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Chefs · Drivers · Maintenance · By Referral · Since 1998

Household Staff in Surfside — Chefs, Drivers & Maintenance by Referral

Private chefs, personal drivers, gardeners, and household maintenance professionals for the fine homes of South Florida. Personally vetted by Heidi and placed by referral only — the roles beyond childcare that keep a household running.

Quiet oceanfront placements for Surfside's close-knit residential community.

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Private chefs and family cooks
Personal drivers and household chauffeurs
Groundskeepers, gardeners, and property caretakers
General maintenance men and handymen

Personally Vetted

Every candidate interviewed by Heidi.

By Referral · Since 1998

25+ years placing in Miami-Dade.

Same-Day Response

Urgent placements within hours.

What We Place

Household Staff services in Surfside

Private Chefs

Family cooks and formal chefs for daily meals and entertaining.

Personal Drivers

Discreet, professional drivers for school runs, appointments, and travel.

Groundskeepers & Gardeners

Property caretakers for waterfront estates and manicured grounds.

Maintenance Men

Full-time handymen for repairs, upkeep, and the endless small fixes.

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Beyond childcare in Surfside

Complete household staff — placed the same quiet way.

Many Surfside families also retain us for the roles that keep a household running. One application covers everything — tell us what you need and Heidi will guide the rest.

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Placement packages in Surfside — how it works

Quiet answers to the questions discreet families ask most.

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Most inquiries are answered the same day. Urgent placements within hours.

Affordable placement packages for discreet families looking for A+ baby nurses, nannies, or any type of household domestic staffing.

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