House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Los Gatos, CA

1d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

We are an active and engaging family of four with two young children, seeking a proactive, highly organized self-starter to support our demanding and hybrid work schedules. Our goal is to maintain family balance and allow us to spend intentional time with our kids, rather than catching up on household tasks. We value open communication and see this role as a true partnership, aiming to create a home environment where everyone feels comfortable, supported, and able to focus on what matters most. The ideal candidate will step into our home with ease, bringing a sense of organization, warmth, and lightness to the day-to-day. You should be tech-savvy, particularly within the Apple ecosystem, and able to manage household tasks independently, implementing effective systems to keep the home running smoothly. A keen eye for detail, a natural inclination for tidiness, and a calm, welcoming presence are essential. We are looking for someone fun, with a great sense of humor, who enjoys engaging with the family while also knowing when to focus on tasks. You must blend seamlessly into our family dynamic, providing support without needing constant direction, and possess a thoughtful, modern approach to working with children. Punctuality is a must, and you will thrive by taking ownership of responsibilities, anticipating needs, and keeping the house running smoothly while ensuring a warm and inviting home.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
Vaccinations (general) required
Comfortable with the Apple ecosystem
Proactive, highly organized self-starter
Able to take ownership of tasks once family’s routines, preferences, and patterns are learned
Tech savvy, particularly within the Apple ecosystem
Able to manage household tasks independently
Highly organized and able to implement effective systems
Keen eye for detail, noticing when things are out of place and need resetting
Naturally inclined to keeping rooms looking tidy and well-managed
Fun, with a great sense of humor
Enjoy engaging with the family when the moment is right—while also knowing when to focus on tasks
Ability to blend seamlessly into our family dynamic, providing support without needing constant direction
Thoughtful, modern approach to working with children
Ability to easily adjust to what the family needs day to day
Punctuality is a must
Ability to anticipate needs, stay ahead of tasks, and keep the house running smoothly

Responsibilities

Daily after-school childcare coverage including drop-offs and pick-ups for after school activities
Prep backpacks, clothing, and snacks
Kid related errands
Create or maintain organization systems for cabinets, pantry, and general home maintenance
Daily resets to prep home for cleaners (weekly on Tuesdays)
Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas)
Seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding)
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Event/holiday/guest prep (on occasion)
Packing/unpacking for travel
Indoor plant care
Occasional seasonal projects (e.g., cushion cleaning, outdoor maintenance)
Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
Refresh garage/mudroom/entryway
Clean humidifiers
Organizational projects (toys, gear)
Receive and organize groceries, restock pantry and fridge
Manage running household supply lists
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target)
Returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
Mail and package handling
Breakdown boxes
Prep healthy snacks for the kids and school lunches
Comfort with light meal prep (chopping, prepping and cooking)
Grocery shopping as needed
Kitchen cleanup and organization
Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry
Linen rotation
Ironing/steaming and special garment care
Maintain tidy, well-stocked laundry areas
Schedule maintenance
Fueling/cleaning/organizing vehicles
Track registration/insurance
Research/coordinate repairs and quotes (on occasion)
Seasonal property maintenance - power wash outdoor furniture for the season
Manage outdoor spaces