menajerii

Menajerii refers to people employed to manage and maintain a household, typically domestic workers responsible for housekeeping tasks. In Romanian usage, menajerii can denote a single worker (menajer) or a group (menajerii). The term is commonly used in private homes, hotels, and large estates, and can cover live-in or daily workers.

Duties include cleaning and tidying living areas, laundry and ironing, cooking or meal preparation, grocery shopping and restocking supplies, managing household inventories, and coordinating repairs or maintenance. They may also assist with child or elder care, pet care, and event preparation. The exact duties depend on the employer, household size, and local practices.

Training is usually informal, gained through on-the-job experience. Some employers prefer candidates with hospitality or housekeeping certificates and basic numeracy for budgeting. Working conditions vary and can involve long hours, weekends, or live-in arrangements. Roles are governed by national labor laws and individual employment contracts, with standards differing by country.

Historically, domestic service in large households gave rise to the role now described by menajerii, with the term reflecting the Romanian language's incorporation of terms from other hospitality traditions. In contemporary Romanian-speaking contexts, the word coexists with other labels such as maid or housekeeper. Related terms include housekeeper and domestic worker.