House Manager and Family Assistant
About The Position
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and experienced House Manager and Family Assistant to become a steady force behind the scenes for our busy family. This role involves creating and maintaining household systems, managing projects, preparing healthy meals, and ensuring the smooth operation of our home. You will work collaboratively with our existing support team, including a nanny, cleaning services, and gardening services, to create a calm, welcoming, and well-cared-for environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative, enjoys problem-solving, and is looking for a long-term relationship with a family who values their contributions. A love for children and dogs is essential, as the role includes pet care and occasional childcare assistance.
Requirements
- Maintain a smoke-free environment.
- Must be a dog lover — household includes two active, energetic dogs.
- Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.
- Fragrance-free environment — please avoid scented products.
- Candidates are required to be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines (including COVID-19 and flu), subject to applicable legal accommodations.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- System-building and organizational expertise
- Self-starter with exceptional initiative
- Household and project management experience
- Inventory management and household supply planning
- Collaborative team player who works well with parents, nannies, and vendors
- Pet-friendly and comfortable caring for dogs as part of daily routines
- Long-term mindset with a passion for supporting families
- Resourceful and solutions-oriented with excellent follow-through
- Tech-savvy
Nice To Haves
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as backup childcare support when the nanny is on vacation or unavailable
- Occasional school pick-up and drop-off coverage
- Kid-related errands and activity support
- Date night and occasional overnight coverage as needed
- Build and maintain household organization systems from the ground up
- Daily home resets and preparation for bi-weekly cleaners
- Light tidying including dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas
- Seasonal clothing, décor, and bedding swaps
- Coordinate donation drop-offs
- Event, holiday, and guest preparation
- Packing and unpacking support for family travel
- Indoor plant care
- Routine home upkeep — batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.
- Weekly meal planning for weeknight dinners (Monday through Thursday)
- Batch cooking, freezer meal prep, and fresh ingredient prep (chopping, etc.)
- Lunches and dinners as needed
- Grocery shopping and kitchen clean-up
- Wash, fold, and organize laundry
- Ironing, steaming, and special garment care
- Linen rotation and maintenance
- Keep laundry areas tidy and well stocked
- Feeding and walks for two active dogs
- Scheduling vet and grooming appointments
- Maintaining pet supply inventory
- Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies as needed
- Manage running household supply lists
- Returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, and mail/package handling
- Box breakdown and general errand support
- Cleaning and organizing family vehicles
- Tracking registration and insurance renewals
- Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers
- Research and coordinate repairs and service quotes
- Seasonal property maintenance
- Outdoor space upkeep (hosing down, etc.)
- Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
- Refresh garage, mudroom, and entry areas
- Toy and gear organization projects
- Calendar management including household schedules
- Event and appointment coordination
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
