House Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Miami, FL

1d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Sage Haus is seeking a long-term, proactive House Manager & Family Assistant for a creative, busy household in Palmetto Bay, Florida. The family includes two parents who work from home, a school-age child, a newborn, and a 13-year-old dog. The role supports the household’s daily operations, helping reduce the family’s mental and physical workload while maintaining an organized home and bringing household projects to completion. The family has regular cleaners and established landscaping, pool, and other vendor services. This part-time position is scheduled Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, for 15–20 hours per week, with 15 hours guaranteed and additional hours as needed for projects, events, or travel preparation. Priorities may shift week to week, with meals, children, and pet care taking priority. Compensation is $40–$50 per hour as a W-2 employee. The desired start date is ASAP. The successful candidate is experienced in household management, anticipates needs, plans ahead, offers solutions, and independently follows through on projects while adapting to changing priorities. They are warm and comfortable around young children, including a newborn; discreet and professional in a high-profile household; and a collaborative communicator who understands that Mom sets priorities and can confidently coordinate household staff.

Requirements

Experienced, proactive household manager who anticipates needs, plans ahead, offers solutions, and independently sees projects through while adapting to shifting priorities.
Warm, family-friendly, and adaptable, with comfort around young children, including a newborn.
Discreet and professional, with respect for privacy in a creative, high-profile household.
Collaborative communicator who understands that Mom sets priorities and can manage household staff.
Reliable personal transportation; mileage reimbursement is provided.
Up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, including COVID-19 and flu, subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Willingness to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
Ability to navigate stairs throughout the workday.
Non-smoker.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Submit a short introductory letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with current contact information.
Consent to a background check.

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Provide school pickup at 3:15 PM or 4:20 PM as needed within a local radius.
Provide occasional light supervision and backup care, remaining engaged with both a school-age child and a newborn.
Handle kid-related errands as needed.
Prepare meals and gradually take on cooking 3–5 dinners per week, including batch cooking for non-workdays, with a focus on healthy meals and organic ingredients where possible.
Manage grocery ordering and delivery through preferred platforms, put groceries away, and clean and maintain the kitchen after cooking.
Maintain and improve household organization systems for arts and crafts, the drop zone/mudroom and entry, children’s spaces, wardrobe areas, and garage.
Reset and lightly tidy the home on workdays, including dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas, and prepare the home for weekly cleaners.
Manage parents’ and children’s wardrobes, including seasonal clothing swaps, and coordinate seasonal bedding swaps.
Monitor and replace batteries, light bulbs, and similar household items.
Pack and unpack for travel and prepare for events, holidays, and guests.
Coordinate donation drop-offs.
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies; maintain running supply lists; and manage subscriptions and recurring orders.
Handle returns, gift shopping, mail and packages, and box breakdown.
Fold, organize, and put away laundry; coordinate dry-cleaning drop-off and pickup; and occasionally press or steam garments.
Maintain a tidy, well-stocked laundry area.
Walk the dog daily on scheduled workdays, administer medication as directed, schedule grooming and veterinary appointments, and manage pet-supply reorders.
Clean out the refrigerator monthly and maintain humidifiers and air purifiers.
Complete organizational and design projects as needed, such as setting up the baby’s room, decorating children’s rooms, and hanging frames.
Handle seasonal and holiday decorating.
Research, coordinate, and book new vendors and repair services.
Serve as the point of contact for the out-of-state property manager and related service providers as needed.
Assist with travel logistics, including coordinating car service.
Stay aware of the family calendar and plan each workday around it.
Communicate openly, keep household team members aligned, and manage household staff by setting clear expectations and fostering teamwork.