House Manager & Personal Assistant

Sage Haus•Brooklyn, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, warm family of three living in Brooklyn. Both parents have fulfilling careers that keep them on the go, and they’re committed to balancing their work with quality time as a family. The family also has a sweet, older dog who enjoys lounging around. We’re looking for a reliable, intuitive, and proactive House Manager & Personal Assistant to assist with a range of household and personal tasks. These responsibilities include organizing the home, light meal preparation, managing errands, household and personal projects and offering light pet care when needed. Our aim is to find someone who can help streamline daily life, relieving some of the household workload so the parents can devote more time to both their careers and family activities. This role is crucial to helping maintain the household’s systems and ensure everything runs smoothly, allowing us to focus on what truly matters. As our family’s needs evolve, we’re seeking a supportive partner who will adapt and grow with us.

Requirements

Must maintain a smoke-free environment
Have a clean driving record and be comfortable driving family vehicle on occasion for errands
Vaccinated (COVID and Flu preferred)
Comfortable with light childcare backup as needed
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and anticipate household needs
Positive attitude with a sense of humor, flexible with evolving needs

Responsibilities

Daily general tidying: load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas.
Organize the pantry and manage household inventory
Oversee package management: pickup, unboxing, breaking down boxes, and returns
Coordinate one-off household projects (e.g., art installations, creating organization systems)
Organize closets and manage household storage and rotation of seasonal decor and items.
Prepare simple, healthy meals for toddler (including baby recipes and freezer meals)
Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized post-prep
Assist with grocery shopping and coordinate food deliveries
Wash, dry, fold, organize, and put away family laundry, focusing primarily on parents' laundry.
Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies.
Assist with occasional trips to the groomer or vet
Launder dog beds and blankets
Keep pet supplies stocked
Manage errands in the family car such as car washes, donation drop offs, and trips to the nearby storage unit
Handle local shopping and returns, dry cleaning, gift buying, and other family errands
Manage family calendars and schedule appointments (e.g., pediatrician, vet)
Online research for family activities, purchases and other needs
Support with organizing family-related tasks like event preparations