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House Manager and Family Assistant with Meal Prep Support

Employment Type: Part-time (15–20 hours per week)

Proposed Start Date: ASAP

Compensation: $25–30/hour

Proposed Schedule

• Monday**:** 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (priority day)
• Two additional weekdays (flexible)

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to maintain a smoke-free environment

About Our Family

We are a close-knit family navigating a season of significant transition. Over the past year, our household has experienced profound change while balancing demanding professional responsibilities, young children with busy routines, and the emotional weight of loss and caregiving. Life has felt unpredictable at times, and we are actively working to create a new sense of rhythm, stability, and ease in our home.

We are hands-on, outdoors-loving parents raising two young children (toddler and early elementary age). Our days include homeschooling, sports and movement, time outside, and a strong focus on family connection. Health, fitness, and being present matter deeply to us, though without consistent household systems, it has been challenging to hold everything at once. When clutter builds or logistics fall behind, it directly impacts stress and overall home energy.

We are looking to build a true partnership with someone who can help bring calm order to the day-to-day, managing the practical details of the home so we can focus on parenting, and well-being. This role is central to helping our household feel supported, steady, and cared for.

Who You Are

You are a capable, grounded professional who knows how to run a household without needing to be trained. You are nurturing and kind with children, confident in your skills, and comfortable taking initiative. You see what needs to be done and handle it thoughtfully, without waiting for direction.

You work well independently, communicate clearly, and bring a steady, calming presence into the home. You are resourceful, organized, and able to take many moving pieces, tasks, schedules, preferences, and supplies, and turn them into simple systems and consistent execution. You enjoy helping, take pride in your work, and understand how meaningful this kind of support can be to a family in transition.

Key Qualities Include

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Nurturing and genuinely enjoys being around children
• Calm, patient, and emotionally steady
• Reliable, trustworthy, and consistent
• Comfortable asking questions and offering suggestions
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Open communication and strong follow-through

Key Responsibilities

Household Management & Organization

• Maintain household organization systems (closets, storage, pantry, toys)
• Reset and tidy rooms daily; maintain overall neatness and ensure the home is prepped for cleaning services
• Conduct seasonal swaps (holiday and seasonal items)
• Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs and pick-ups
• Support packing and unpacking for for family travel
• Load and unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, and vacuum high-traffic areas

Inventory Management & Errands

• Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies
• Create and manage running household supply lists
• Coordinate and manage household orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.)
• Run errands including grocery shopping, returns, and gift shopping

Meal Planning & Preparation

• Plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks for the entire family
• Batch cook family meals when helpful
• Shop for groceries and meal-related items
• Follow dietary needs and family preferences (dairy-free, no artificial dyes)
• Clean kitchen post-prep and maintain overall kitchen tidiness

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (clothing, bedding, towels)
• Iron, steam, and prepare outfits as needed
• Manage linens by rotating bedding, refreshing towels, and restocking essentials
• Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies
• Handle special care for delicates or uniforms

Pet Care

• Occasionally pick up food or supplies for household pets (including specialty pets, as needed)

Vehicle Management

• Ensure vehicles are fueled, cleaned, and organized on a weekly basis

Family Support & Child Assistance

• Provide occasional back-up childcare as needed

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Tackle occasional deep cleaning projects (refrigerator, oven, baseboards)
• Maintain and refresh specific zones (entryways, garage, mudroom)
• Clean humidifiers, washing machines, and air purifiers on a monthly basis
• Organize special projects including toy storage, seasonal decorations, and gear rotation
• Work with family on supporting posting/selling items and tackling a backlog of projects.

Administrative & Personal Assistant Support

• As needed assist with travel planning, scheduling, and logistics
• As needed support calendars and reminders

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A brief note explaining why you'd be a great fit for this role
• Your updated resume
• At least two to three professional references

Please note this role requires a background check.

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