Household Assistant (w/ Meal Prep Focus)

Sage Haus•Rhinebeck, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy family of four with two young children seeking a part-time Household Assistant with a focus on meal preparation. The kitchen is the heart of our home, and we are looking for someone who enjoys contributing to that warm, central space. While we manage many household aspects and children's needs, we need a proactive and adaptable individual to work alongside us to ensure the home runs smoothly. This role is crucial for maintaining daily flow, allowing us to focus on quality family time. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, proactive, has strong time management skills, a passion for cooking and baking, is collaborative, an effective communicator, and family-oriented. This is a long-term partnership opportunity.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke and drug-free environment
Reliable transportation
General vaccinations
Passion for food and cooking, with hands-on kitchen experience preferred
Ability to lift up to 45 lbs (heavy bins, packages, etc.)
Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
Willingness to integrate into a low-technology environment
Background check required

Nice To Haves

Hands-on kitchen experience preferred
Skilled at following recipes
Enjoy cooking and baking for the family, sometimes alongside them

Responsibilities

Maintain household organization systems (closets, storage, pantry, toys, seasonal decor)
Reset and tidy rooms daily; maintain overall neatness and cleanliness, ensure home is prepped for deep cleaning services (1x weekly)
Conduct seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding, etc.)
Prepare for family events, holidays, and guest stays
Support packing/unpacking for travel or seasonal transitions
Supervise or coordinate with service providers/vendors (e.g., handymen, cleaners, landscapers)
Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas
Maintain indoor plants
Plan and prep healthy meals/snacks for kids and parents
Prepare items for future school lunches (bake muffins, freezer snacks, etc.)
Shop for groceries and meal-related items
Follow dietary needs and family preferences (organic)
Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness
Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, household supplies
Create and manage running household supply lists
Run errands: grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
Tackle occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, etc.)
Maintain and refresh specific zones (entryways, garage, mudroom, pantry)
Organize special projects: toy storage, seasonal decorations, gear rotation
Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (e.g., clothing, bedding, towels, for entire household, not just children)
Manage linens: rotate bedding, refresh towels, restock essentials
Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies
Prep backpacks, clothing, or snacks for school
Light supervision, playtime, or back-up childcare as needed
Occasional help with child-related laundry or errands
Occasional travel with family to provide additional support (by request)