House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Cambridge, MA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a warm, active family of four living in Cambridge, MA, seeking a House Manager & Family Assistant to help manage our household and support our children. Both parents work from home with flexible schedules, and our two children are entering 6th grade and 1st grade. They are involved in sports and extracurricular activities. We also have two friendly dogs. Our home is busy but grounded, and we value open communication, kindness, and a collaborative approach. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys creating order, notices the little things, and takes pride in keeping a household running smoothly. This is a household where you'll be trusted, respected, and treated as a true partner. We communicate openly, welcome ideas and initiative, and genuinely appreciate someone who becomes an integrated part of our family's day-to-day life. We are committed to finding the right long-term fit and hope to build a relationship that feels supportive, collaborative, and rewarding for everyone involved. Throughout the year, our family splits time between Cambridge and our home in Charleston, South Carolina, where we spend much of the summer. We're excited to welcome someone who enjoys variety, flexibility, and becoming an important part of our family's rhythm in both places.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation (public transportation, car, or bicycle all acceptable)
Clean driving record
Fully vaccinated (including COVID-19 and flu)
CPR and First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
Comfortable with dogs
Genuinely enjoy creating order and bringing calm to a busy household
Notice the little things, take pride in a well-maintained home, and find satisfaction in organizing spaces, managing details, and helping daily life run smoothly
Proactive and take initiative, think a few steps ahead, and enjoy developing systems that make a household more efficient and enjoyable to live in
Balance a high level of organization with warmth and flexibility
Comfortable stepping in to support children when needed
Patient, kind, and an excellent communicator who believes in building relationships through conversation, respect, and understanding
Set clear boundaries while helping children understand the 'why' behind expectations, and approach challenges with empathy rather than authority
Adaptable, dependable, and open to occasional travel, including spending part of the summer with us in Charleston, South Carolina

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification

Responsibilities

Complete daily resets and prepare the home for cleaners
Tidy dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas
Create and maintain household organization systems
Complete organization projects, including toy rotation, closets, and cabinets
Manage seasonal clothing, décor, and bedding swaps
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Pack and unpack for family travel
Pick up children from school (2:40-5:30pm depending on activities)
Drive younger daughter to after-school activities
Provide date night coverage one evening/week
Provide light supervision and back-up childcare as needed
Occasional overnight care when parents travel
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies using the family's shared inventory system
Manage returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping
Handle incoming mail and packages
Grocery shop and maintain a well-stocked kitchen
Once per week, prepare healthy snacks, batch-cook/freeze staple foods
Wash, cut, and prepare fresh fruits and vegetables for easy family use
Assist with occasional meal preparation for children
Follow family dietary needs and food allergies, including sesame, cashew, and tomato sensitivities
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization, including light clean-up after meal preparation
Wash, fold, organize, and put away laundry for the entire family
Provide occasional ironing, steaming, and special garment care
Rotate and refresh household linens and towels
Maintain tidy, organized, and well-stocked laundry areas
Assist with pet-related appointments or logistics on an occasional as-needed basis
Provide flexibility and support during pet-related emergencies
Provide occasional pet coverage while the family travels, as mutually agreed upon
Maintain pet supplies
Schedule maintenance for vehicles
Fueling/cleaning/organizing vehicles
Track vehicle registration/insurance
Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers
Assist with researching and coordinating repairs, service providers, and quotes as needed
Help maintain outdoor living spaces, including light backyard tidying and seasonal patio upkeep
Help maintain and organize the family's homes in Cambridge and Charleston
Prepare homes for arrivals, departures, and extended stays
Coordinate household needs and service providers as needed
Ensure homes remain organized, stocked, and ready for family use
Provide additional household management support during summer stays in Charleston, including oversight of larger property, outdoor living spaces and pool
Monitor school communications, forward important information, and maintain the children's schedules within the family calendar