House Manager & Family Assistant (with Childcare & Light Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Belmont, NC

3d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, active family living in Belmont, NC, seeking a proactive and organized House Manager & Family Assistant to help keep our household running smoothly. Our children range in age from elementary school through college, and both parents have demanding careers. We are looking for a household partner who can manage day-to-day responsibilities, including laundry, organization systems, tidying, coordinating drop-offs and pick-ups, meal prep, vendor coordination, and home projects. Flexibility is key, as the role may involve jumping in for transportation, after-school support, or childcare needs. We value open communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative approach, aiming to create a calm, organized, and supported home environment.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal transportation.
Willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience with children and teenagers and understanding how to connect with different personalities and age groups.
Ability to approach the role with a team-first mindset.
Proactive nature and ability to assess and act without constant direction.
Confidence in taking ownership of responsibilities.
Collaborative spirit and willingness to ask questions or bring things to attention.
Calm and steady presence.
Ability to thrive in an active, evolving, and sometimes unpredictable home environment.
Pride in creating calm amidst chaos and helping families stay organized.

Responsibilities

Creating and maintaining household organization systems across the home
Daily resets and prepping the home ahead of bi-weekly cleaners
Light tidying throughout the day: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas
Seasonal clothing/shoe swaps and sports uniform rotations
Organizing dressers and closets, including developing a system for three children in similar sizes
Coordinating donation drop-offs and listing outgrown kids' items on local consignment groups
Event, holiday, and guest prep
Packing and unpacking for family travel
Indoor plant care
Replacing batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors throughout the home
Washing, folding, and organizing laundry for the household
Special garment care, including hang-drying delicate items, sports uniform care
Weekly towel and linen rotation
Maintaining a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
School and activity pickups and drop-offs, including sports, appointments, or social commitments
Occasional overnight supervision when parents travel
Light childcare and backup supervision as needed, comfortable flexing into a nanny-adjacent role
Packing school lunches and preparing coolers and gear for weekend sports tournaments
Managing prescription pickups for multiple children
Coordinating and driving to recurring medical appointments
Kid-related errands as needed
Restocking the pantry, fridge, and household supplies
Managing running household supply lists and keeping snacks well-stocked
Managing household orders and subscriptions (Amazon, Sam's Club delivery, etc.)
Handling returns, occasional dry cleaning, and gift shopping for birthdays and teacher appreciation
Mail and package handling, including breaking down boxes
Picking up and organizing prescriptions; maintaining each child's pill box
Flexible meal support 2-3 times per week, including prepping vegetables, ready-to-heat meals, and batch cooking
Preparing lunch for the work-from-home parent on office days
Picking up from a local meal delivery service as needed (1-2 weeks per month)
Jumping in for quick dinner prep when the week calls for it
Grocery shopping and supporting weekly meal planning
Kitchen clean-up and general kitchen maintenance
Scheduling and tracking routine family vehicle maintenance
Fueling, cleaning, and organizing family vehicles
Tracking registration and insurance timelines
Overseeing cleaners, contractors, and landscapers
Researching and coordinating repair quotes and scheduling
Following up with vendors to keep projects moving
Resetting and maintaining outdoor spaces, including the patio and outdoor kitchen area
Occasional deep cleans: fridge, oven, baseboards
Refreshing the garage, mudroom, and entryway drop zones
Cleaning and maintaining air filters, humidifiers, and air purifiers
Organizational projects: closets, pantry, books, toys, gear, etc.
Calendar management and household scheduling
Event and appointment coordination
Receipt and budget tracking for delegated household expenses
Travel planning and logistics support