House Manager

Sage Haus•Arlington, VA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Sage Haus is seeking a dependable, proactive House Manager to support a busy household in Arlington, Virginia. The family includes two working parents, a young child, and two cats. The House Manager will maintain existing household systems, take ownership of day-to-day details, and anticipate what needs attention. The role calls for someone organized, professional, warm, discreet, and able to work independently without extensive direction. Responsibilities include preparing weeknight dinners and batch-prepping lunches, grocery shopping, maintaining household organization, light tidying, laundry and linens, tracking supplies, handling errands and returns, overseeing vendors and home maintenance, coordinating vehicle upkeep, and caring for the cats. The role may also include school pickup and occasional childcare or babysitting. This is a part-time position for 16–20 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday from 2:00 to 6:00 PM, with four days per week acceptable. Additional hours may be possible for candidates open to occasional childcare. Compensation is $30–$35 per hour. The expected start date is December 1, 2026, with some flexibility. A background check is required.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must have reliable personal transportation and a valid driver's license.
Must be able to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day.
Must be comfortable with cats.
Must maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must submit an intro letter, updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.
Must complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in household management or a similar role is strongly preferred.
Comfort around young children and pets.
Ability to prepare well-balanced meals.
Ability to coordinate vendors and run errands.
Willingness to provide childcare when needed; light childcare and occasional babysitting are a plus, not a requirement.
Organized, proactive, professional, discreet, and able to take initiative and manage responsibilities independently.

Responsibilities

Prepare weeknight dinners using a simple rotating menu of gluten-free, well-balanced recipes, avoiding heavy cream-based dishes.
Batch-prep lunches for the household's work-from-home schedules.
Prepare snacks for the young child.
Grocery shop weekly for meals and other requested necessities, and restock groceries after family travel.
Maintain existing organizational systems throughout the home.
Tidy and reset main living spaces and drop zones; perform light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Prepare the home for bi-weekly cleaners.
Swap children's clothing seasonally, replace air filters when required, water indoor plants during family travel, and assist with special organizing projects.
Handle household laundry, including washing, folding, and putting items away; rotate bed linens and towels weekly; coordinate dry-cleaning drop-off and pickup; keep the laundry area tidy and stocked.
Track and restock pantry staples and household supplies.
Manage returns and exchanges; receive and sort mail and packages; break down boxes.
Shop for and prepare gifts for upcoming events, create Facebook Marketplace listings, and drop off donations.
Oversee cleaners, landscapers, and contractors during visits; coordinate and oversee home maintenance as needed.
Schedule and transport the family vehicle for regular maintenance, weekly car washes, and interior cleanings.
Scoop the litter box daily and replace and deep-clean it monthly; feed the cats in the evening on applicable working days.
Pick up the young child from school as needed, approximately between 5:00 and 5:45 PM.
Monitor the family's calendar and flag upcoming events, gift needs, and household scheduling needs.
Provide light childcare or occasional babysitting if desired.