House Manager / Family Assistant

Sage Haus•San Clemente, CA

2d•$38 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Sage Haus is seeking a thoughtful, organized House Manager / Family Assistant to provide dependable support in an active household in San Clemente, California. The role is part-time, approximately 15 hours per week, with flexibility to increase hours as needed. The preferred schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, ideally from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, though exact hours are flexible for the right candidate. Compensation is $38–$45 per hour, depending on experience, with an ASAP start date. The household has professional cleaners and established organization systems. The person in this role will help maintain and improve those systems, keep the home running smoothly, and proactively manage household details. A significant ongoing focus is handling frequent packages and deliveries, including receiving, unpacking, sorting, preparing items for use, putting items away, identifying donations, and breaking down boxes. One household member works full-time from home, so the role calls for someone who can work independently and quietly while remaining personable and attentive to the household’s needs. Responsibilities span household organization and upkeep, errands, meal preparation, laundry and linens, small-dog care, vehicle coordination, vendor oversight, and administrative and personal-assistant support. The household values a reliable, proactive, observant person with clear communication, good follow-through, comfort with technology and shared household tools, and a warm, grounded presence. Interest in cooking or meal preparation is welcome. The role requires a smoke-free and fragrance-free environment, authorization to work in the United States, reliable personal transportation, and a valid driver’s license. Mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related driving. Applicants should submit a short introductory letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information; a background check is required.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must work in a fragrance-free environment.
Reliable personal transportation and a valid driver’s license are required; mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related driving.
Strong organizational skills and comfort maintaining established household systems.
Comfort working independently in a quiet, work-from-home environment.
Punctual, dependable, and proactive.
Comfortable around and assisting with the care of a small dog.
Clear communication and reliable follow-through.
Comfortable using technology and shared household tools.
Able to submit a short introductory letter, updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.
Must complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Interest in cooking or meal preparation.
Ability to recognize opportunities to improve household systems and offer practical solutions.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain household organization systems.
Complete daily resets and prepare the home for cleaners.
Perform light tidying, dishes, surface cleaning, and vacuuming of high-traffic areas.
Handle seasonal swaps involving clothing, décor, bedding, and similar items.
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs.
Prepare for events, holidays, and guests.
Pack and unpack for travel.
Replace batteries and light bulbs and maintain smoke detectors.
Occasionally deep-clean the refrigerator, oven, and baseboards.
Refresh the garage, entryway, and storage areas.
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers.
Complete organizational projects, including organizing incoming work-related items and products.
Restock the pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies.
Manage or create household supply lists.
Handle returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, and other errands.
Receive, unpack, sort, and organize mail and frequent package deliveries; break down boxes.
Partner with the mom to prepare healthy meals and snacks.
Shop for groceries and put groceries away, following dietary needs and preferences.
Clean and maintain the kitchen after meal preparation.
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry; iron, steam, and provide special garment care.
Rotate linens and keep laundry areas tidy and well stocked.
Feed the household dog as needed; schedule veterinary and grooming appointments; administer medications as needed; and maintain pet supplies.
Take extra care around open doors and entryways to help ensure the dog remains safely inside.
Coordinate occasional vehicle cleaning and car-detailing services.
Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers.
Research and coordinate vendor repairs and quotes.
Manage household calendars and schedules, track receipts and budgets, and coordinate events and appointments.