House Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Minneapolis, MN

22h•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

We are an active, down-to-earth family of four living in the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis. Our two boys, ages 8 and 6, are energetic, independent, and involved in school, sports, outdoor play, and neighborhood activities. Life in our home is full in the best way — hockey practices, gymnastics, bike rides, family dinners, and busy work schedules all happening at once. We value healthy living, kindness, simplicity, and creating a calm, organized home where everyone can enjoy life a little more. Both parents work full-time in demanding yet flexible careers that occasionally require travel. We already have a strong support system in place, including nearby family and household vendors for cleaning, lawn care, and snow removal, but we’ve realized that having the right additional support at home would give our family more breathing room and allow us to be more present with our kids and personal interests outside of work. Our home is warm, informal, and relationship-driven, and we’re looking for someone who can naturally become part of the rhythm of our household. The ideal fit is proactive, personable, organized, and comfortable taking ownership without needing constant direction. We value someone who notices what would make the week run more smoothly, communicates openly, and genuinely enjoys helping an active family stay organized, cared for, and running well behind the scenes.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Valid drivers’ license

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid Certified

Responsibilities

Pick up younger child at 7:45 AM and drop off at school in St. Paul by 8:15 AM
Pick up from aftercare and provide light supervision at home until parents are home
Provide occasional evening or date night childcare as needed
Oversee after-school snacks and homework routines
Plan and prepare four dinners per week: two hot and ready to eat, two prepped for later in the week
Handle all grocery shopping including creating lists, placing orders, pickup, and restocking
Prepare healthy snacks such as pre-cut fruits and vegetables and portioned bulk items
Batch prepare packed lunches for summer camps (four or more lunches per week when possible)
Work toward full meal planning autonomy with a focus on simple, healthy meals including proteins, carbs, and vegetables
Accommodate food allergies in the household
Complete daily resets including dishes, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas, taking out garbage, recycling, and compost, and also prep home for cleaning service visits
Maintain high-traffic areas including front porch, basement entry, and bathrooms
Organize and maintain systems in the pantry, fridge, kitchen cabinets, linen closets, and mudroom areas
Manage toy rotation and decluttering projects
Handle seasonal clothing sizing for the kids
Deep clean on a rotating basis (fridge, oven, baseboards, sweep garage, basement home gym, clean out toaster, descale coffee maker and clean coffee grinder)
Assist with event/holiday/guest prep including prep guest bedroom(s) and bathroom(s)
Unpacking travel for the family
Clean and maintain humidifiers and air purifiers, including filter replacement
Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.
Complete laundry from start to finish including sorting, washing, drying, folding, and putting away
Run multiple loads on working days to keep the family caught up
Manage linens and towels on a weekly or biweekly rotation
Keep laundry area tidy and stocked with supplies
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
Manage household orders and subscriptions
Handle mail and packages from pickup through unboxing, recycling, and putting items away
Manage dry cleaning drop-off and pickup
Handle returns as needed
Taking vehicles in for detailing services
Maintain backyard including picking up toys before lawn service, cleaning outdoor toys, and organizing storage
Upkeep of trampoline, swing set, and grills
Clean, cover, and maintain outdoor furniture