House Manager (with Meal Prep and Childcare Support)

Sage Haus • Darien, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy family of four, soon to be five, and we’re relocating this summer to a new home. Our household currently includes two toddlers, with a newborn on the way, and we’re excited to grow as a family in this next chapter. Between work, school, and the demands of everyday life, our home can sometimes feel like a whirlwind, and we’re looking for a House Manager who can help bring organization and calm to our environment. We truly value a warm, organized, and nurturing atmosphere where everyone feels cared for and supported. As we navigate this busy season of life, we’re seeking someone who can help with the logistics of daily tasks—whether it’s managing household chores, laundry, meal planning and prepping, or supporting our children’s routines and activities. Your help will allow us to focus on what really matters: spending quality time together as a family. We’re looking for a calm presence who can ease the stress of the day-to-day.

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable transportation
• General vaccinations
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• Comfort with children and a small dog
• Nurturing, proactive, and highly organized
• Experience managing a busy household and supporting children
• Thrives in a dynamic environment, always thinking a few steps ahead, and anticipating the needs of the family
• Self-directed, able to take initiative and act without needing constant guidance
• Natural intuition for what needs to be done
• Positive and professional attitude
• Enjoys organizing, creating systems that make life easier, and pitching in wherever needed
• Flexibility is key in this role, as we need someone who can adapt to changes in schedule, stay late when required, and assist with occasional overnight care when the need arises
• Fosters a sense of calm and stability in the home

Responsibilities

• Household Management & Organization: Daily resets and prepping home for weekly cleaners, Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas), Maintain household organization systems, Seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding), Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs, Event/holiday/guest prep, Unpacking from travel, Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.
• Meal Planning & Prep: Plan and prep healthy breakfasts, dinner, and snacks 5x/week, Prep school lunches and snacks (chopping/washing fruits and veggies), Grocery shopping for meal-related items, Follow dietary needs/preferences (nut-free, healthy), Kitchen clean-up and maintenance
• Family Support & Child Assistance: Pick-ups/drop-offs as needed, Light supervision/back-up childcare, Occasional overnight/date night coverage (preplanned), As needed: prep backpacks/clothing/snacks
• Inventory & Errands: Restock pantry/fridge/household supplies, Manage running household supply lists, Returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, Mail and package handling, Breakdown boxes
• Laundry & Linen Care: Wash, fold, and put away laundry, Ironing/steaming and special garment care (workout gear, kids sweaters), Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas
• Deep Cleaning & Special Projects: Occasional deep cleans of fridge, oven, baseboards, Refresh garage/mudroom/entryway, Clean humidifiers/air purifiers, Organizational projects (toys, gear)
• Pet Care: Feeding/walking, Vet/grooming scheduling and drop-offs, Maintain pet supplies
• Vendor & Property Oversight: Seasonal property maintenance as needed, Manage outdoor spaces as needed
• Administrative & Personal Assistant Support: Awareness of family calendar (including household travel schedules), Receipt/budget tracking for expenses incurred as house manager, Event and appointment coordination

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed