During Victorian times, the housework in rich people’s houses were typically carried out by domestic servants. There was a clear hierarchy among the servants depending on their roles or responsibilities. This ranged from housekeepers who oversaw all household activities and supervised other servants to specialized roles like maids, footmen, or cooks. Each role involved specific tasks including cleaning, cooking, laundry, child care, garden maintenance, and general upkeep of the household. It was common for wealthy families to employ a large number of these staff members