House Manager and Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Placentia, CA

4d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Sage Haus is seeking a seasoned, proactive household professional to support a warm, busy family with two young children and two golden retrievers. The role focuses on keeping the home organized, calm, and functional by taking ownership of household tasks, anticipating needs, and maintaining systems. The family values trust, consistency, clear communication, professional boundaries, and someone who can work independently while parents are home. The position is part-time, 15–20 hours per week, scheduled Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Compensation is $35–$40 per hour, commensurate with experience. The anticipated start date is ASAP. The role is based in Placentia, California. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license are required; mileage reimbursement is provided. Candidates must maintain a smoke-free environment, be authorized to work in the United States, and pass a background check.

Requirements

Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Pass a background check.
Be proactive, dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and able to take ownership of household tasks without constant direction.
Communicate clearly and consistently follow through.
Maintain professional boundaries and provide a calm, grounded, and professional presence.
Be comfortable around young children and take responsibility for their safety seriously.
Be comfortable with dogs.
Be present and attentive while working, rather than distracted by a phone.
Be interested in a long-term role with the family.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain household organization systems throughout the home.
Perform daily home resets and tidying, including loading and unloading the dishwasher, wiping surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Organize and sort children's clothing, cataloguing and storing outgrown items.
Prepare the home for cleaning staff visits and support event, holiday, and guest preparation.
Assist with packing and unpacking for travel.
Wash, fold, and organize household laundry; iron, steam, and provide special garment care as needed.
Manage linen rotation and keep laundry areas tidy and stocked.
Prepare approximately two meals per week, emphasizing batch cooking and ingredient preparation, with dinner ready by 5:00 PM on working days.
Prepare healthy meals, snacks, and school lunches; handle grocery shopping as the role grows and keep the kitchen well-stocked.
Clean the kitchen after meal preparation.
Maintain and restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies.
Maintain running supply lists and household subscriptions.
Handle returns, dry-cleaning drop-off and pick-up, mail, and package management; break down and dispose of boxes.
Provide occasional school pick-up or drop-off when a parent is delayed, light afternoon supervision, and backup childcare as needed.
Handle children's errands and provide occasional evening babysitting for date nights as needed.
Walk and feed the dogs daily as the schedule allows.
Fuel the family vehicle and arrange car washes as needed.
Complete occasional deep-cleaning projects, such as refrigerator cleanouts, and create punch lists for the housekeeping team and ensure completion.
Refresh and organize children's play areas and complete other organizational projects, such as toys, gear, and pantry overhauls.
Reset outdoor spaces, including tidying pool toys and dusting patio cushions.