Part-Time House Manager

Sage Haus•Kentfield, CA

11d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The part-time House Manager supports a family of five in Kentfield, California, helping keep the home organized, calm, and functional while easing the family’s daily workload. The role focuses on meal planning and preparation, household resets and organization, laundry, inventory and errands, and occasional family support. The House Manager is expected to notice and prioritize tasks independently, maintain existing household systems, and develop practical, sustainable organizational solutions. The position also includes occasional deep-organizing and seasonal projects, vehicle upkeep, and—if time allows—assisting with the family’s home-based decorated cookie business. The schedule is Monday and Thursday, 1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., approximately 10–12 hours per week. Compensation is $35–$40 per hour, depending on experience. The start date is ASAP.

Requirements

Reliable transportation to commute to the home; valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Mileage reimbursement is provided.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Be fragrance-free while on the job.
Be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, including COVID-19 and influenza, subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain certification upon hire.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Be highly organized, with strong follow-through and accountability.
Be proactive and self-directed, able to prioritize without micromanagement.
Have strong efficiency and time-management skills.
Have a strong work ethic, low ego, and willingness to help where needed.
Be calm, kind, grounded, and quietly confident, with high emotional intelligence and the ability to read the room.
Communicate clearly and thoughtfully.
Be confident preparing fresh, family-friendly meals.
Be warm with children while maintaining clear, healthy boundaries.
Be flexible when plans change and able to work independently or collaboratively as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Partner with the mother to plan two to three dinners per week and breakfasts for the children.
Place online grocery orders, primarily through Amazon/Whole Foods; unload groceries and put them away in designated places.
Prepare healthy, ready-to-eat snacks for the children, including cutting fruits and vegetables.
Monitor food inventory, track staples, and restock as needed.
Keep the kitchen tidy, organized, and reset during shifts.
Tidy and reset the home’s living spaces, including common areas, kitchen surfaces, and children’s spaces.
Maintain household systems and help keep items organized and easy for the family to use.
Identify organizational improvements and create practical systems for drawers, closets, art supplies, and household items.
Keep the home organized and ready for the Tuesday morning housekeeping visit.
Assist with holiday and seasonal preparations, including Thanksgiving hosting, as needed.
Identify household tasks that could be delegated to the family’s handyman and errand service.
Assist with afternoon school pickups as needed.
Provide occasional supervision and backup childcare, including date-night childcare with advance notice.
Wash and sort laundry, primarily on Mondays, coordinating with housekeepers who handle folding.
Put away clean laundry and maintain organized clothing storage.
Keep the laundry area tidy and stocked with supplies.
Maintain running lists of household essentials and proactively restock supplies.
Assist with household purchases as needed.
Break down delivery boxes and manage recycling and packaging to keep household areas clear.
Occasionally clean out and organize the family vehicle and arrange or assist with car washes as needed.
If time allows, assist with the family’s decorated-cookie business, including heat-sealing, trimming, and boxing finished cookies.
Complete occasional deep-organization projects, such as the fridge, spice rack, pantry, closets, and children’s toys.
Manage seasonal clothing rotations and organize hand-me-down bins for the daughters.
Refresh high-traffic spaces, including the entryway and mudroom, keeping everyday essentials accessible and organized.