Family Assistant & Household Manager

Sage Haus•Aledo, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position (30-35 hours per week) for a Family Assistant & Household Manager in Aledo, TX. The role focuses on household management, meal preparation, transportation, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is a proactive, organized, and reliable individual who can anticipate needs and manage a busy household with minimal direction. The family consists of two working parents, one child in college, an 8th grader involved in sports, a senior dog, and a cat. The position requires flexibility, clear communication, and the ability to maintain a smooth-running household, allowing the parents to focus on work and family time. This role is not a hands-on nanny or childcare-focused position.

Requirements

Able to maintain a smoke-free environment.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record.
Up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines (including Tdap, MMR, Hepatitis A/B, COVID-19, and annual influenza), subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Comfortable working in a home with dogs and cats.
CPR and First Aid certified (or willingness to become certified).
Proactive thinker who anticipates needs and takes initiative.
Comfortable managing a busy teenager’s schedule.
Organized, reliable, and communicative.
Strong moral compass.
Solutions-oriented mindset.
Flexibility to pivot quickly when plans change.
Confident coordinating with vendors, prepping meals, managing household logistics, and providing a steady, engaging presence.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a household manager or in a similar role.
Experience with meal planning and preparation.
Experience managing vendor relationships and home maintenance.
Ability to connect naturally with children and foster independence.

Responsibilities

Provide transportation for the 8th grader to school, sports, and activities.
Supervise and drive the 8th grader to age-appropriate outings with friends.
Prepare school snacks and lunches.
Manage kid-related errands and appointments.
Own and continuously improve household organization systems.
Perform daily household resets: load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, declutter, vacuum high-traffic areas, and tidy the TV room.
Prepare the home for biweekly cleaning services.
Conduct seasonal swaps for clothing and décor.
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs.
Assist with birthday party preparations.
Prep for weekend baseball tournaments (clean uniforms, pack gear and snacks).
Help with unpacking and organizing after baseball tournament travel.
Proactively manage and anticipate needs based on the family's Skylight calendar.
Coordinate with the cleaner for occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards).
Refresh and maintain the garage.
Clean air purifiers.
Manage organizational projects (inside/outside fridges, freezer, gear) as requested.
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies.
Manage running lists for household orders and subscriptions, communicating needs to the family.
Independently manage and execute errands such as returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping/wrapping.
Handle mail and package processing, including sorting junk mail.
Break down boxes.
Plan and prep 2-3 healthy dinners per week.
Prep healthy snacks for school and sports.
Manage the supply of snacks and items for school lunches.
Shop for groceries and proactively refill items.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
Manage household laundry systems: wash, fold, and organize.
Hang laundry to dry.
Perform ironing/steaming and special garment care.
Manage linen rotation (every other week).
Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas.
Feed the dog as needed.
Fill the cat feeder.
Manage cat litter: empty litter tray weekly and vacuum cat litter from the floor.
Administer monthly preventative medications for the dog.
Maintain pet supplies and ensure they are stocked.
Serve as the on-site point of contact for cleaners, contractors, and landscapers.
Coordinate with the family for vendor payments.
Proactively identify, research, and coordinate home maintenance and repairs.
Coordinate with contractors for seasonal outdoor décor.
Arrange exterminators and be on-site during service.
Manage outdoor spaces (sweep patios, water flowers, sweep/skim pool).
Perform ad hoc vehicle maintenance as needed.