House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•North Kingstown, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a proactive, warm, and naturally organized individual to serve as a House Manager & Family Assistant for a busy, close-knit family of four in North Kingstown, RI. Both parents work full-time, and they are seeking assistance with household tasks to free up their weekends for quality family time. The ideal candidate will be a true partner, creating systems to make the home feel calm and welcoming. Responsibilities include meal prep, errands, tidying, and laundry. The family values flexibility and a positive attitude, expecting the assistant to engage with the children while also focusing on tasks to ensure the household runs smoothly. The role requires a kind, professional individual who takes pride in maintaining an organized, welcoming, and calm home environment.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation
Up-to-date vaccinations (general/flu)
Childcare experience
Fragrance-free adherence
CPR & First Aid certified (or willingness to obtain)
Experience with or willingness to learn how to use an EpiPen
Background check

Responsibilities

Daily resets and prepping the home for cleaners
Light tidying: dishes, surfaces, high-traffic vacuuming
Maintaining household organization systems
Seasonal clothing and décor swaps
Donation coordination
Event/holiday/pool party preparation
Indoor plant care (watering weekly)
Basic maintenance: batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors
Meal prep two days per week: batch cooking for dinners and prep for lunches
Grocery shopping refresh on Wednesdays/Fridays, as needed
Strict awareness of allergens related to the child's dietary needs (egg, sesame, peanuts, tree nuts) and ensuring all allergens are avoided during meal preparation
Experience with or willingness to learn how to use an EpiPen
Kitchen cleanup and tidying after meal prep
Full family laundry management: wash, fold, organize
Occasional ironing/steaming and special garment care
Linen rotation (bedding, towels)
Maintaining a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
School and summer camp pick-ups/drop-offs, as needed
Light supervision and backup childcare, including occasional date-night coverage
Packing school lunches twice per week
Running kid-related errands
Restock pantry/fridge/household supplies
Manage running household supply lists
Errands: returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
Mail and package handling, including breakdown of boxes
Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, etc.)
Refresh garage/mudroom/entry
Clean humidifiers as needed
Organizational projects (toys, gear, seasonal décor)
Oversee contractors or repair people
Seasonal property maintenance
Pool management: skimming, vacuuming, and testing pool water
Manage outdoor spaces, as needed
Schedule and manage vehicle maintenance (oil changes, fueling, cleaning)
Awareness of family calendar (Skylight Calendar)
Receipt and budget tracking for house manager-related expenses
Event and appointment coordination (i.e., summer pool parties)