House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Los Gatos, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

We are an active and engaging family of four with two young children, facing demanding and hybrid work schedules. We value family time and seek support to balance careers with intentional moments with our kids, as household tasks often consume weekends. We are looking for a proactive, highly organized self-starter who can take ownership of tasks, manage household duties independently, and implement effective systems. The ideal candidate should be tech-savvy, particularly with the Apple ecosystem, possess a keen eye for detail, and maintain a tidy, calm, and welcoming home. We seek someone fun, with a good sense of humor, who can engage with the family while also focusing on tasks. Open communication and a partnership approach are valued. Punctuality is essential, and the candidate should anticipate needs, stay ahead of tasks, and ensure the home feels warm and inviting.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
Vaccinations (general) required
Comfortable with the Apple ecosystem
Proactive, highly organized self-starter
Ability to take ownership of tasks once the family’s routines, preferences, and patterns are learned
Tech savvy
Keen eye for detail
Naturally inclined to keeping rooms looking tidy and well-managed
Fun, with a great sense of humor
Enjoy engaging with the family when the moment is right
Ability to know when to focus on tasks to keep everything running smoothly
Ability to blend seamlessly into our family dynamic, providing support without needing constant direction
Thoughtful, modern approach to working with children
Ability to easily adjust to what the family needs day to day
Punctuality
Ability to anticipate needs, stay ahead of tasks, and keep the house running smoothly
Ability to ensure our home feels warm and inviting
Background check

Responsibilities

Daily after-school childcare coverage including drop-offs and pick-ups for after school activities
Prep backpacks, clothing, and snacks
Kid related errands
Create or maintain organization systems for cabinets, pantry, and general home maintenance
Daily resets to prep home for cleaners (weekly on Tuesdays)
Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas)
Seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding)
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Event/holiday/guest prep (on occasion)
Packing/unpacking for travel
Indoor plant care
Occasional seasonal projects (e.g., cushion cleaning, outdoor maintenance)
Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
Refresh garage/mudroom/entryway
Clean humidifiers
Organizational projects (toys, gear)
Receive and organize groceries, restock pantry and fridge
Manage running household supply lists
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target)
Returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
Mail and package handling
Breakdown boxes
Prep healthy snacks for the kids and school lunches
Comfort with light meal prep (chopping, prepping and cooking)
Grocery shopping as needed
Kitchen cleanup and organization
Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry
Linen rotation
Ironing/steaming and special garment care
Maintain tidy, well-stocked laundry areas
Schedule vehicle maintenance
Fueling/cleaning/organizing vehicles
Track vehicle registration/insurance
Research/coordinate repairs and quotes (on occasion)
Seasonal property maintenance - power wash outdoor furniture for the season
Manage outdoor spaces