BeAstMaSter Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 so, I'll be arriving Pattaya mid December and will be looking for a housekeeper/maid live-in / live-out, doesn't matter to me .... 3 days / week, 4-6 hours per day duties will consist of light cleaning, light errands, and possibly cooking 1 meal each day (3 meals/week total), and possibly laundry ..... with the above info, is 4,000-6000 baht/month fair and honest wages? if not (or of too much), what's the average wage for housekeeping staff? As always, thanks for any input/help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaifan2 Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 The amount you suggest sounds about right i think .There are many variables though . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poanoi Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 In case you can't find any, i used to pay the beach girls 300 baht to clean my room Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauljones Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 300 a day + some extra for transport would be fair, no? Pay more for someone that really performs. Include a significant year end bonus, holiday & birthday money too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeAstMaSter Posted October 19, 2011 Author Share Posted October 19, 2011 (edited) Thanks for the replies guys, helps plenty I figured up to 500B per day, so sounds like I was in the right ballpark and to me, it's only natural to compensate/reward for someone who does a good job same philosophy I use when in P.I, take care of them , and they'll take care of you.......... in case I don't find someone (as if that'll happen), anyone have any experience with the cleaning "agencies"? any more reputable than others? or any I should definitely stay away from ? I don't want someone to do everything, but I have a bad back, been thru 4 major surgeries, the spine looks like railroad tracks and just want someone to help with the odds-n-ends Edited October 19, 2011 by BeAstMaSter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robanywhere Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 in the bangkok area, typical wage is 8,000-12,000 /m for full work week, plus yearly bonus of one months salary (but really good ones are as high as 16,000) some variables are whether she is thai or burmese, live-in or live-out (live-in pay is cheaper, but then you are paying for her meals and accommodations), with experience/references, and level of English skills. also, most maids steal and lie, some more than others, (i've been through about 6 of them over the last five years), so honesty and integrity is pretty important, especially if you leave the house/flat in their care for extended periods. good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaniel Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 In my moo bhan in Minburi (Bangkok) most of the housekeepers are either Lao or Burmese, they live in, and get around B6000 per month. I would think the salary would be the same in Pattaya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soi Sauce Posted October 19, 2011 Share Posted October 19, 2011 New minimum wage of 300 per day. Better pay it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxxx Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 (edited) we pay 10k per month for a full time live in thai, helps take care of the baby, cooks, cleans etc. doesn't sound like you need a lot done, you're probably better off just finding a part timer to come 3-4 times a week, pay her 300-500b a day. Edited October 20, 2011 by foxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 with the above info, is 4,000-6000 baht/month fair and honest wages?if not (or of too much), what's the average wage for housekeeping staff? i'd say there is no average wage as there is no average length of a string. it all depends how reliable, clean and honest the maid/housekeeper is. one major factor is communication. if you don't speak Thai and you have to explain a simple task for half an hour using pidgin, grimaces and gestures you will soon get fed up. if you are willing to pay up to 6k Baht for a part time maid you might as well add another 1 or 2k and get somebody with a fair command of english, employ her full time and use her full time according to her capabilities. i mentioned "capabilites" but i did NOT mean sex! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeAstMaSter Posted October 20, 2011 Author Share Posted October 20, 2011 if I was looking for sex, I'd go get a bar girl, or asked about "benefits", I just want a housekeeper......... as for average wages, with foxxx paying 10000 for fulltime, and I want part time days and hours, then I figured the 6000 was adequate I'm not a cheap charlie, but not a walking atm either ........... and didn't want to look like an idiot if the "average" wages for locals was higher than I quoted the 300 Bt/day minimum wage is kinda what I needed to know my biggest issue is like rob says, the lying and stealing, and I will not stand for either. I will definitely be checking references. dealt with same issues in PI, took me almost 1 1/2 years to find honest/good worker, kept her for over 3 years and compensated very well, imho thanks for all the replies, gave me exactly what I needed to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGD Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Naam's argument is valid. Paying low wages will only get you frustration. Paying decent part time wages is a bit of a waste as for just a little more you can have full time. If you live in a mansion with servants quarters then you are fine with a live in but if you live in a 1 bed condo, live in is hardly practical. I found that live in only works if there is a clear separation between their living space and yours. Adding a computer, extra True cable box (Bt500 a month) and a decent tv in her room will pay huge dividends as she wouldn't be able to finance it herself. Allowing them use of a motorbike is best avoided as you will be forever dealing with accidents, damage and possible theft. Pay her enough to allow her to buy her won bike if she wants to. I liked a live in but be sure you get one who can do what you want, not a pretty one who turns your head and would rather have her own maid ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Naam's argument is valid. Paying low wages will only get you frustration. Paying decent part time wages is a bit of a waste as for just a little more you can have full time. If you live in a mansion with servants quarters then you are fine with a live in but if you live in a 1 bed condo, live in is hardly practical. I found that live in only works if there is a clear separation between their living space and yours. Adding a computer, extra True cable box (Bt500 a month) and a decent tv in her room will pay huge dividends as she wouldn't be able to finance it herself. Allowing them use of a motorbike is best avoided as you will be forever dealing with accidents, damage and possible theft. Pay her enough to allow her to buy her won bike if she wants to. I liked a live in but be sure you get one who can do what you want, not a pretty one who turns your head and would rather have her own maid ! wholeheartedly seconded! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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