Family Assistant & House Manager

Sage Haus•San Francisco, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We're a family of four based in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood. Both parents work full-time in the startup world, which means our home runs best when someone is keeping the wheels turning behind the scenes. We have two energetic boys in school (ages: 4 & 7) - they're enthusiastic, playful, and always moving. Between school pickups, swim, soccer, karate, and weekend adventures on the water or at the farmers market, life is full and we love it that way. Our days are full and dynamic, and we value a home environment that feels grounded, thoughtful, and well cared for. We use a shared Google Calendar to manage household logistics, and we believe in using and maintaining systems that actually work. We've had wonderful household support in the past and know firsthand how transformative the right person can be. We're looking for someone who brings that same level of ownership, experience, and genuine investment to our home. We love our household to feel calm, organized, and ready - and we want someone who takes pride in making that happen without being asked twice. We’re looking for someone to complement the daily rhythm of our home and support our day-to-day so that we can have more time as a family.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free and fragrance-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Reliable transportation required; a family vehicle is available and preferred for use with children (car seats)
Clean driving record and a safe, responsible driver
Up-to-date vaccinations required (general, COVID, and flu)

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification preferred
Experienced, mature, and genuinely proactive
Systems thinker who enjoys creating order in a busy family household
Tech-savvy and comfortable working with shared digital tools like Google Calendar
Kind communication is your go-to while still being clear and direct
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to balance the big picture with the small details
Able to prioritize in real time, pivot when plans change, and stay calm and capable when the day gets busy
Completely at ease around active, high-energy kids and bring warmth, patience, and consistency in your interactions with them
Playful connection with kids is natural
Enjoy being part of the rhythm of family life while also understanding where to step in, where to take ownership, and where to support from behind the scenes
Dependability and flexibility are something you pride yourself on
An eye for design
Can pitch in on light research tasks, sourcing camps and activities for the kids, comparing household products, or helping find thoughtful solutions for the home
Carrying yourself with professionalism
Take pride in your work
Genuinely enjoy supporting a family that values your contribution
Feel invested in helping the household run smoothly
Find satisfaction in making things feel organized, calm, and well cared for

Responsibilities

Support school pickups (typically at 3:00–3:30 PM; after-school activities may extend to 4:30 PM)
Supervision and backup childcare as needed
Thursday evening childcare support for date night
Prep backpacks, clothing, and snacks for school days
Look ahead to ensure sports uniforms are ready for practice and game days
Support with packing/unpacking and preparing for family travel
Create and maintain household organization systems
Daily resets to keep the home tidy and prepared for the biweekly cleaner
Light tidying: dishes, surfaces, trash disposal, and high-traffic areas
Seasonal swaps for holiday décor, as needed
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Event, holiday, and guest prep, as needed
Change batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector batteries as needed
Spot painting walls and general touch-ups as needed
Wash, fold, and put away laundry
Ironing, steaming, and special garment care as needed
Linen rotation for children's rooms
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
Inventory & Errands
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
Manage running household supply lists
Handle returns, dry cleaning, and occasional gift shopping
Mail and package handling
Break down boxes for recycling
Unload grocery deliveries and wash/prep fruits and vegetables
Prep healthy snacks for the kids
Kitchen clean-up and general maintenance
Minimize food waste and support fridge organization
Take the family vehicle to the car wash and handle light interior cleaning
Restock car essentials (wipes, tissues, water bottles, extra clothes)
Refuel the family vehicle as needed
Schedule regular maintenance (oil changes, tire rotations)
Occasional deep cleans: fridge, oven, baseboards
Refresh garage, mudroom, and entryway
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers
Organizational projects for toys, gear, and kids' spaces
Manage and update the shared household Google Calendar
Support travel planning and logistics
Research and coordinate kids’ activity enrollment and scheduling
Event and appointment coordination
Oversee vendor coordination: research repairs, gather quotes, and manage seasonal property maintenance, as needed
Manage outdoor spaces: pick up toys, organize outdoor items