House Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Cincinnati, OH

10d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, close-knit family of five with three energetic children (ages 8, 6, and 4) and a beloved dog, a King Charles Cavalier. Our family values routine and structure and prioritizes consistency in our day-to-day rhythms to help everything run smoothly. Mom works from home while dad works from the office. Both parents travel for work—mom quarterly and dad more frequently—but we make a conscious effort to ensure that one of us is home when the other is away. We are soon transitioning into a new, bigger home in Cincinnati, which is an exciting and busy season for our family, but with that space comes additional upkeep and organization. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of household management and help maintain consistency and order as we settle in and beyond. While we do not need full-time childcare, occasional backup support is appreciated during busy periods or unexpected situations. Who You Are / What We Are Looking For Highly organized, dependable, and proactive, with a natural ability to manage a home efficiently Experience in household management, cleaning, and light meal prep, with strong attention to detail Comfortable taking initiative without micromanagement, able to anticipate needs and follow through independently Respectful, culturally aware, and comfortable adapting to Jewish family traditions and routines Comfortable working alongside a work-from-home parent, balancing independence and discretion with a warm, positive presence in the home A ‘Type A’ personality - detail-oriented, thoughtful, and eager to contribute to the household’s smooth day-to-day operation

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Able to pass a background check
Comfortable around children and a small-sized dog
Up-to-date vaccinations preferred
Reliable transportation; comfortable using own vehicle for errands
Respectful of and comfortable working in a Jewish household

Responsibilities

Reset and maintain daily tidiness throughout the home (dishes, wiping surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas, putting away toys/games/blankets)
Execution of weekly cleaning schedule (bathrooms, emptying trash cans, bedroom resets, vacuuming couches, sanitizing gym floor and equipment, sweeping patio areas during warm seasons, etc.)
Maintain household organization systems for closets, pantry, storage areas, and shared spaces
Manage seasonal transitions including clothing and bedding swaps, donation coordination, and storage organization
Provide occasional support preparation for holidays, family events, and guest stays
Handle routine deep-cleaning projects (e.g., refrigerator, oven, sauna/cold plunge areas)
Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies
Assist with putting away household deliveries from Amazon, Target, Costco, etc.
Occasional grocery pick-up and putting groceries away
Open deliveries and recycle packaging
Manage household errands, such as dry cleaning, returns, and gift shopping
Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry
Hang-dry adult clothing as needed
Rotate bedding and refresh towels weekly
Keep laundry areas stocked, tidy, and organized
Ensure fresh towels are available in gym and sauna/cold plunge room
Assist with vet and grooming pickup/drop offs for the family dog
Assist with occasional dog walking when parents are unavailable
Provide overnight dog care when the family travels, as needed
Coordinate and oversee service providers (cleaners, landscapers, maintenance vendors)
Create and manage a calendar of household maintenance and seasonal service needs (weekly, monthly, quarterly tasks, etc.)
Serve as the point- of- contact for vendors and home service professionals
Assist with upkeep of outdoor spaces and property systems as needed
Open to providing occasional backup childcare or light supervision
Assist with school pickups or drop-offs in emergency situations
Take ownership of rotating deep-cleaning projects (hot tub/cold plunge, sauna, etc.)
Assist with organizing special projects such as toy storage, seasonal décor, and gear rotation