House Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Medina, WA

21d•$35 - $45

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, proactive House Manager & Family Assistant with strong emotional intelligence who can bring both structure and ease to a busy household. This person takes initiative, manages day-to-day responsibilities with confidence, and helps maintain a calm, orderly, well-functioning home environment. You are professional, trustworthy, and able to work independently without constant direction, while also collaborating seamlessly when needed. The ideal candidate is meticulous and highly capable, managing multiple household responsibilities efficiently and with care. You have a natural eye for aesthetics and home organization, and take pride in creating spaces that feel functional and thoughtfully maintained. With experience in meal preparation, household systems, and basic childcare, you understand the demands of an active family and can step in where needed, whether supporting the daily flow or engaging with children during occasional evenings or schedule shifts. This person brings a positive, can-do attitude and genuinely enjoys supporting families. You lead with compassion, bring a nurturing, supportive presence, and can read the room and adapt accordingly. You communicate with professionalism and transparency, are coachable and open to feedback, and align closely with the family’s preferences and standards. With strong accountability and discretion, you operate with integrity while helping create structure, rhythm, and ease so the family can enjoy more quality time together. Takes initiative and anticipates needs, proactively supporting the flow of the home Manages multiple responsibilities with precision, staying organized and detail-focused across tasks Aligns with family preferences, maintaining consistency in routines, standards, and care Brings a warm, emotionally attuned presence, supporting children and parents with sensitivity Communicates clearly and professionally, building trust through honesty, reliability, and discretion Adapts to changing schedules and needs while maintaining a steady, solutions-oriented approach

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement for work related tasks)
Must be comfortable around and enjoy dogs

Responsibilities

Maintain household organization systems (closets, pantry, toys, etc.)
Reset and tidy rooms daily (including loading/unloading the dishwasher, wiping surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas, make beds)
Prepare for family events, holidays, and guest stays
Support packing/unpacking for travel or seasonal transitions
Supervise or coordinate with service providers (cleaners, landscapers)
Manage indoor plants
Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, household supplies
Create and manage running household supply lists
Coordinate and manage household orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.)
Run errands: grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
Handle package pickup, mail sorting, and deliveries
Plan and prepare healthy organic meals/snacks for adults and kids - Whole foods: Prepped proteins, veggies, fresh fruits, etc. as well as have the ability to come up with simple, healthy family style meals during the week.
Shop for groceries and meal-related items
Follow dietary needs and family preferences with a focus on organic whole foods.
Prep and freeze for seasonal travel
Clean kitchen post-prep and maintain kitchen tidiness
Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (clothing, bedding, towels) - Adopt an end-to-end ownership; honoring current systems and processes in place and align with following Mom’s lead
Iron/steam outfits as needed
Manage linens: rotate bedding, refresh towels, restock essentials
Keep laundry areas tidy and stocked with supplies
Handle special care for delicates or sports uniforms
Feed and refill water, walk dogs, and manage care for other pets as needed
Schedule and coordinate vet, grooming, and daycare appointments
Administer medications, if required
Weekly cleaning of dog bowls
Weekly reset — clean and vacuum/declutter cars
Oversee service providers and coordinate repairs, maintenance, and quotes as needed
Schedule and supervise service providers (cleaners, contractors, landscapers)
Conduct walk-throughs to ensure upkeep, safety, and organization
Provide light supervision or back-up childcare for occasional date nights or during times when parents are busy or traveling
Prep backpacks, clothing, or snacks for school (AM)
Optional flexibility for evening/weekend date nights
Tackle occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, etc.)
Maintain and refresh specific zones (entryways, garage, mudroom)
Clean humidifiers, washing machines, and air purifiers monthly
Organize special projects: toy storage, seasonal decorations, gear rotation
Manage family calendars and reminders
Assist with coordination of events, appointments, and guest prep