House Manager & Meal Prep Support

Sage Haus•Williston, VT

95d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time (15-20 hours/week) role supporting a busy, dual-working household with two young children and a dog. The family values routine, structure, and a calm, functional, and supportive home environment. They are seeking a proactive, confident, and action-oriented individual who can take ownership of key areas, build sustainable systems, and help the home run smoothly. The role involves significant independence, problem-solving, and creating long-term efficiencies. The family has full-time childcare but appreciates flexibility for occasional backup support or seasonal schedule adjustments.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided)
Pass background check
Up-to-date vaccinations
Infant CPR certified (family willing to cover certification cost)

Nice To Haves

Proactive, confident, and action-oriented.
Comfortable making decisions, building systems, and bringing structure.
Strong communicator who is comfortable asking questions, providing updates, and collaborating.
Calm, competent presence.
Thrives in roles where they can work independently, problem-solve, and create long-term efficiencies.
Detail-oriented, reliable, and takes initiative naturally.

Responsibilities

Plan and batch prepare approximately 2 family meals per week.
Prepare grab-and-go breakfast options for adults.
Wash and chop fruits/vegetables and prepare snacks for children.
Support occasional baby-led weaning food prep.
Maintain freezer meal rotation and light monthly freezer stocking.
Follow strict food safety protocols related to severe egg allergy in the household.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization post-prep.
Maintain organization systems across closets, storage, pantry, and household zones.
Reset and tidy key living areas daily and prepare home for bi-weekly cleaning service.
Support decluttering projects and home organization during ongoing home updates/renovations.
Manage seasonal swaps (clothing, bedding, household items, etc.).
Coordinate donation drop-offs and household item transitions.
Track and support household calendars and logistics (including digital calendar systems).
Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and home maintenance professionals.
Support packing/unpacking for travel or seasonal transitions.
Track and restock pantry, fridge, household goods, toiletries, and supplies.
Manage household orders (Amazon, Target, Costco, etc.).
Schedule grocery pick-ups and manage grocery planning logistics.
Handle mail, packages, and returns.
Run local errands (returns, dry cleaning, gift wrapping, etc.).
Manage household laundry cycle (wash, dry, fold, organize).
Rotate bedding and towels and maintain linen organization.
Prepare clothing and items for work travel when needed.
Maintain laundry supply inventory and organization.
Maintain dog feeding/water stations and supply inventory.
Coordinate grooming appointments (quarterly).
Order and administer monthly medication.
Occasional backyard play time with the family dog.
Coordinate service appointments and vendor scheduling.
Help build seasonal maintenance checklists (winter prep, rotating car tires, seasonal transitions, etc.).
Track warranties, service records, and household documentation.
Support travel planning logistics and preparation.
Maintain family calendar reminders and household scheduling.
Assist with light receipt tracking and household admin backlog (warranties, licenses, returns, etc.).
Occasional backup childcare or date night coverage.
Occasional daycare pickup support when one parent is traveling.
Potential summer schedule support (not required).