House Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Orangevale, CA

19h•$15 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

We are a dynamic and close-knit family of four (five, if you count our beloved family dog!) who are always on the go. Our lives are filled with work, school, sports, and activities. We have two wonderful kids: an 11-year-old boy and a 9-year-old girl. While we cherish our time together, we’re looking for someone who can help streamline the daily chaos and bring some much-needed order to our busy lives. Things tend to get especially hectic during work travel when one parent is away for extended periods, leaving the other to juggle most household duties. That’s where you come in - we’re seeking someone who can become an integral part of our family by managing day-to-day household operations and creating systems that bring structure and support. We’d also love to bring more consistency to home organization, laundry, meal planning and prep, and other tasks that often slip through the cracks when life gets overwhelming. Our family values flexibility, fun, and connection, and we’re hoping to find someone who will naturally fit into our rhythm. We enjoy spending time with our extended family, who live nearby and are deeply involved in the kids’ sports and activities. Ultimately, we want someone who can help make our vision a reality by keeping our home running smoothly, allowing us to focus on what truly matters: spending quality time together.

Requirements

Ability to maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation (plus mileage reimbursement for work-related errands)
Prior experience in household management required
Self-starter who can follow directions but also has the ability to operate independently and knows how to anticipate needs while offering thoughtful improvements.
Good communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with our family
Ability to jump in when things get hectic, especially when one parent is traveling or when the day-to-day needs of a busy family start to pile up.
Takes initiative and works well autonomously
Experience in meal and snack planning, prep, and kitchen organization.
Ability to manage meal prep, grocery organization, and kitchen flow.
Proactive, flexible, and love the idea of being part of a fun, busy family while helping to keep things running smoothly.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with creating nutritious meals that thoughtfully reduce gluten and dairy - while still keeping things fun, flavorful, and family friendly is a big plus!

Responsibilities

Create and/or maintain household organization systems
Daily resets and prep home for cleaners
Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas)
Seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding)
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Event/holiday/guest prep
Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
Manage household supply lists and orders (Amazon/Costco/Target)
Run errands: grocery shopping, dry cleaning, gift shopping, etc.
Mail and package handling
Break down boxes
Align with family health goals and plan and prep healthy meals/snacks for adults and kids
Batch cook 1-2 meals per week
Prep school lunches 4 days a week
Flexible with family dietary requests
Shop for groceries and meal-related items
Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness
Wash, fold, and organize household laundry
Iron, steam, and care for special garments (uniforms, delicates)
Rotate linens and bedding
Take uniforms to the dry cleaner
Maintain a well-stocked and tidy laundry area
Point of contact for cleaners/contractors/landscapers
Occasional seasonal outdoor property tidying
Occasional backup for school pick-ups/drop-offs
Occasional backup childcare and light supervision as needed
Prep backpacks/clothing/snacks
Kid-related errands
Occasionally assist with pet sitting when the family is away