House Manager Part-time

Sage Haus • Goodland, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A part-time House Manager is sought for a busy family of five in Goodland, Kansas. The family has three children, a farm, established household systems, and existing cleaning and childcare support. The House Manager will help the household run smoothly by handling laundry and linens, meal support, daily resets, organization, errands, deep cleaning, special projects, and occasional family logistics. The role calls for someone proactive, energetic, organized, self-directed, and able to follow the family's systems while adapting to a fast-paced household.

The position is 20 hours per week, with potential for more hours. Mondays and Tuesdays are required; Wednesday and Thursday scheduling is flexible based on the candidate's availability. Compensation is $25–$30 per hour, based on experience. The start date is ASAP. The role requires a background check, reliable transportation, authorization to work in the United States, a smoke-free environment, and no heavy fragrances while working. The candidate must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and navigate stairs throughout the day.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must maintain a smoke-free environment.
• Must not wear heavy perfumes or scents while on the job.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to navigate stairs throughout the day.
• Must be proactive, energetic, and able to identify and complete tasks without being asked.
• Must take ownership of the home and anticipate household needs.
• Must communicate proactively and clearly and adapt to the household's flow.
• Must remain focused and self-directed and manage time independently and efficiently.
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, high-output environment with changing daily needs.
• Must follow established household systems precisely and remain open to improving them over time.

Nice To Haves

• Current CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Wash, fold, and put away laundry using the family's sorting system; treat stains and care for garments according to instructions.
• Wash and rotate family bedding weekly and launder towels multiple times per week.
• Iron and steam dress shirts and other garments as needed.
• Keep laundry areas across both washer/dryer sets tidy and stocked.
• Assist with dinner preparation approximately twice per week in batch sessions, including washing, chopping, and assembling ingredients.
• Support five dinners per week according to meal plans set by the family.
• Clean and organize the kitchen after meal-preparation sessions.
• Reset high-traffic areas daily, including the mudroom, playroom, and car interior.
• Prepare the home for the weekly Tuesday cleaner.
• Follow established household organization systems and suggest improvements after learning the home.
• Manage seasonal clothing swaps, labeling and sorting clothing by size; transport totes to storage and coordinate donation drop-offs.
• Help set up and break down hosted events, including a weekly Wednesday morning women's group, holiday decor, and guest preparation.
• Unpack after family travel and perform routine patio resets.
• Check smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors monthly.
• Put away grocery and household deliveries and flag low or missing items for restocking.
• Handle mail and packages, put away contents, and break down boxes.
• Coordinate weekly dry-cleaning drop-off and pick-up and process UPS/FedEx returns.
• Perform scheduled deep cleaning of the refrigerator, freezer, pantry, windows, and chandeliers.
• Clean and maintain patio furniture and two balconies, including leaf blowing and wiping surfaces.
• Change HVAC air filters as needed and service the whole-house humidifier filter annually.
• Complete organizational projects, including playroom resets, closet overhauls, and seasonal clothing organization, after learning the household systems.
• Clean and maintain the interior and exterior of family vehicles regularly.
• Provide backup pick-up and drop-off coverage on busy activity evenings as needed.
• Keep the mudroom organized and stocked for the children's daily routines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed