House Manager and Personal Assistant (with Meal Prep)

Sage Haus•Bethesda, MD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

A part-time household support role for a busy professional couple in Bethesda, Maryland. The position combines meal preparation, household management and organization, personal assistant and administrative support, errands, and coordination of household services. The home has established organizational systems that the hire is expected to maintain and honor. The couple works from home several days a week, travels regularly, and frequently hosts guests. The schedule is 8–10 hours per week, preferably one full day, with flexibility to split the hours across two half-days or adjust based on the candidate’s availability. Compensation is $32–$38 per hour based on experience. The start date is ASAP. The successful candidate will be dependable, thoughtful, organized, proactive, self-directed, and comfortable taking ownership of household responsibilities. They should work independently, use sound judgment, communicate updates or questions appropriately, anticipate needs, and help maintain a welcoming and orderly home. Hands-on meal preparation experience and care with laundry, garment handling, and household organization are important. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle; mileage reimbursement is provided. The position requires maintaining a smoke-free environment and authorization to work in the United States. A background check is required. Applicants should submit a brief introductory letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle; mileage reimbursement is provided.
Ability to maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Hands-on meal preparation experience.
Care with laundry, garment handling, and household organization.
Organized, proactive, dependable, thoughtful, and self-directed approach to work.
Ability to take ownership of household responsibilities, work independently, use judgment, and communicate updates or questions appropriately.
Ability to maintain established household systems and anticipate household needs.
Submit a brief introductory letter, updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.
Consent to a required background check.

Responsibilities

Complete weekly meal preparation using a provided plan and grocery list, including healthy, straightforward meals and snacks.
Place grocery orders and put away deliveries.
Clean and maintain the kitchen, following family dietary preferences and needs.
Wash, fold, and organize laundry according to garment-specific care instructions; refresh bed linens and towels; and keep laundry areas tidy and stocked.
Maintain established household organizational systems and complete household resets ahead of biweekly cleaning-service visits.
Handle light tidying, including dishes, surface cleaning, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Manage seasonal rotations of clothing, décor, and bedding, and coordinate donation drop-offs as needed.
Prepare guest spaces and common areas before visits, including refreshing guest-room toiletries and snacks, and reset spaces after hosting as needed.
Organize and prepare personal essentials, including clothing, gym items, snacks, medications, and other necessities, so they are accessible and ready when needed.
Support travel planning and logistics, manage calendars including household schedules, and coordinate events and appointments.
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies; manage household orders and subscriptions; and handle returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, mail, and packages.
Perform occasional deep cleaning, such as cleaning the refrigerator and baseboards, and refresh entryway and high-traffic areas as needed.
Complete organizational projects, such as projects in the kitchen or basement.
Keep the household vehicle fueled and ready for use, and coordinate routine maintenance and service appointments.
Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers; research vendors, obtain quotes, and assist with coordinating repairs or services.