House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Basking Ridge, NJ

50d•$32 - $38

About The Position

We are a busy family of three with a 3-year-old child and a senior dog, seeking an experienced, detail-oriented House Manager & Family Assistant to help streamline our home operations. Parents both have demanding careers as entrepreneurs and a physician, so we need a proactive, organized, and professional individual to assist with household management, meal preparation, pet care, and occasional childcare support. Our ideal candidate is someone who takes initiative, communicates clearly, and manages tasks independently with minimal supervision. They should be highly organized, competent, and comfortable juggling a wide range of responsibilities—from routine errands to occasional deep cleaning. We’re also hoping to find someone with cooking experience or who genuinely considers themselves a good home cook. We appreciate well-seasoned food, balanced flavors, good sauces, and proteins cooked to ideal—not overdone—temperatures. You don’t need to be a chef, but we do want the meals prepared each week to be enjoyable and thoughtfully executed. The ideal candidate is someone who is mature, competent, organized, and able to work independently. You should be able to take on a variety of tasks, from meal preparation to household management, and be comfortable working with minimal supervision. We need someone who is comfortable with light childcare support and can take care of pets as well. This role requires a high level of professionalism and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

Can maintain a smoke-free environment
Can pass background check
Has reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement available for errands completed during working hours)
Able to communicate professionally
Comfortable with pet care and occasional light childcare assistance
Able to follow detailed directions and adapt to family preferences
Basic cooking skills; experience or confidence in preparing flavorful, well-seasoned meals is strongly preferred
Appreciation for cooking proteins to ideal temperatures and creating dishes with good flavor and balance

Responsibilities

Household Management & Organization
Create and maintain household organization systems for closets, storage, pantry, and toys
Reset and tidy rooms daily; maintain overall neatness, ensure home is prepped for weekly cleaning services
Conduct seasonal swaps (children’s clothing, clothing, decor, bedding, etc.)
Coordinate donation drop-offs and pickups
Assist with packing/unpacking for travel or seasonal transitions
Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, and vacuum high-traffic areas
Maintain indoor/outdoor plants
Inventory Management & Errands
Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies
Create and manage running household supply lists
Coordinate and manage orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.)
Run errands (groceries, dry cleaning, returns, gift shopping, etc.)
Handle package pickups, mail sorting, and deliveries
Meal Planning & Preparation
Plan and prep healthy meals for the family (2-3 dinners per week), ensuring meals meet dietary preferences (protein-forward, clean eating, inclusion of vegetables and healthy starches)
Prepare lunches for the family, including packing school lunches
Shop for groceries and meal-related items
Ensure food is well-seasoned and cooked appropriately
Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness
Pet Care
Walk the dog
Feed the dog the afternoon/evening meal
Assist with administering afternoon medications
Keep pet supplies stocked and organized
Laundry & Linen Care
Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (clothing, bedding, towels)
Manage linens (rotate bedding, refresh towels)
Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies
Vendor & Property Oversight
Oversee property-specific systems (e..g, HVAC, maintenance)
Family Support & Child Assistance
Occasionally assist with school pick-ups
Provide light supervision, playtime, or back-up childcare as needed
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
Tackle occasional deep cleans (e.g., fridge, oven, baseboards)
Maintain and refresh specific zones (e.g., entryways, garage, mudroom, etc.)
Clean humidifiers, washing machines, and air purifiers monthly
Organize special projects (e.g., toy storage, seasonal decorations, gear rotation)
Administrative & Personal Assistant Support
Help with travel planning, scheduling, and logistics
Manage family calendars and reminders
Handle basic budgeting or receipt tracking
Assist with event coordination and guest prep