Activities of households as employers of domestic personnel

NACE code 97.00 covers the activities of households as employers of domestic personnel, such as maids, cooks, waiters, valets, butlers, laundresses, gardeners, gatekeepers, stable-lads, chauffeurs, caretakers, governesses, babysitters, tutors, and other domestic personnel. This industry plays a vital role in supporting the daily lives and household management of individuals and families, particularly among higher-income demographics. As an important component of the broader service sector, the employment of domestic personnel contributes to economic activity and provides job opportunities, though it is often considered part of the informal economy.

The primary production technique in this industry involves the recruitment, management, and supervision of domestic personnel by private households. Households typically hire workers either directly or through domestic service agencies, and provide them with the necessary tools, equipment, and work environment to carry out their assigned tasks. The specific duties and work schedules of domestic personnel are often tailored to the unique needs and preferences of each household.

The main inputs required for this industry are the domestic personnel themselves, who possess the necessary skills, experience, and availability to perform a variety of household tasks. Households may also require certain tools, equipment, and supplies to support the work of their domestic staff, such as cleaning products, kitchen appliances, and gardening tools. Additionally, the industry relies on the availability of a labor force willing to work in private households, often in part-time or flexible arrangements.

The primary output of this industry is the provision of domestic services and household management support to private households. These services can include cleaning, cooking, childcare, gardening, and other tasks that enable households to function efficiently. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by 96.01 Services to buildings and landscape activities and 88.91 Child day-care activities, as well as by individual households directly.