House Manager & Family Assistant (Meal Prep + Childcare Focus)
About The Position
This role is centered on three core priorities in support of our household: Daily, high-quality meal preparation, Engaged, reliable after-school care for two elementary-aged children, and Hands-on household management. While the role has core responsibilities, we expect it to evolve based on the strengths, interests, and capabilities of the right person. We are open to shaping the position around someone exceptional and hope to build a relationship that grows alongside our family for many years to come. The following outlines areas of support. Priorities will vary week to week: Family Support: Provide a steady, positive presence after school Guide routines (snacks, homework, activities, transitions) Maintain a balance of warmth, engagement, and structure Daily Meal Support: Prepare nutritious meals and snacks Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen Manage grocery shopping and meal planning Household Organization & Maintenance: Partner with housekeeper to maintain an organized home Create and maintain systems that improve efficiency Manage schedules, supplies, and household needs Handle errands and routine tasks proactively Inventory & Errands: Maintain grocery and supply inventories Run errands (shopping, returns, dry cleaning, etc.) Manage mail and packages Event & Hospitality Support: Assist with event planning & execution Seasonal decorating and holiday support Gift sourcing, wrapping, and maintaining gift lists Vendor & Property Oversight: Coordinate service providers and maintenance Track home systems and schedules (HVAC, etc.) Research and manage repairs Administrative Support: Manage housekeeping-related expenses Calendar management for household schedules Managing holiday cards and mailing lists Travel Preparation: Pack suitcases Prepare necessary meals & special gear for travel
Requirements
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
- Prior experience managing a household
- Trusted childcare experience
- Strong cooking skills focused on nutritious, family-friendly meals
- Excellent organization, time management, and follow-through
- Experience in roles such as House Manager, Family Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Nanny
Responsibilities
- Provide daily, high-quality meal preparation.
- Provide engaged, reliable after-school care for two elementary-aged children.
- Perform hands-on household management.
- Prepare nutritious meals and snacks.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen.
- Manage grocery shopping and meal planning.
- Partner with housekeeper to maintain an organized home.
- Create and maintain systems that improve efficiency.
- Manage schedules, supplies, and household needs.
- Handle errands and routine tasks proactively.
- Maintain grocery and supply inventories.
- Run errands (shopping, returns, dry cleaning, etc.).
- Manage mail and packages.
- Assist with event planning & execution.
- Assist with seasonal decorating and holiday support.
- Assist with gift sourcing, wrapping, and maintaining gift lists.
- Coordinate service providers and maintenance.
- Track home systems and schedules (HVAC, etc.).
- Research and manage repairs.
- Manage housekeeping-related expenses.
- Manage calendar for household schedules.
- Manage holiday cards and mailing lists.
- Prepare suitcases for travel.
- Prepare necessary meals & special gear for travel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
