Household Manager and Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, active household based in the heart of Houston, and we are in an exciting season of transition. Our family of four includes two kids: one grade-schooler starting homeschool and one a near-independent teenager, plus a large and lovable Cane Corso who is very much part of the family. Both parents work full-time, with one maintaining a flexible hybrid schedule and the other working outside the home five days a week. Our home is lively and warm, but sometimes a bit chaotic in this current chapter. We are wrapping up our time in a short-term home and building a new home just blocks away that will be purpose-built for how we actually want to live. We need someone who can help us get through this transition and then grow into that new space with us. We have some household support already in place - a weekly cleaning crew and part-time help for the kids after school - but we need someone who can help with the day-to-day management of the home, own the rhythm of our household, and keep things running smoothly in the background. We are looking for someone who will feel like a true partner in this home - not just an employee, but someone who takes pride in what they do and genuinely cares about lightening the load and making life easier for the people they work with.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States
Able to maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable personal transportation; mileage reimbursement provided
Seasoned experience in household management
CPR and First Aid certification preferred
Strong computer literacy preferred (online ordering, calendar systems, household portals)
You are a seasoned household professional who does not need to be shown how a home works.
You understand systems, you create them where they do not exist, and you maintain them without being reminded.
You are warm, friendly, and bring good energy to the spaces you work in.
You are organized and consistent, and your follow-through is something people count on.
Bonus points if you are computer literate and comfortable managing online orders, calendars, and building simple household systems or portals!
You are a strong communicator especially at the start of a new role, and you know that more communication is better than less when you are still learning a household.
Your goal over time is to reach a level of autonomy where you just know what needs to happen and handle it, checking in only when something comes up or a decision is needed.
You understand that there are windows in the day - homeschool hours, client appointments - where interruptions are not appropriate, and you plan your work around those natural rhythms.

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification
Strong computer literacy (online ordering, calendar systems, household portals)

Responsibilities

Own the daily reset of the home (a top priority) - tidying surfaces, dishes, high-traffic areas
Prepare the home for the cleaning crew and communicate directly with cleaners about specific needs or supply gaps
Manage the upcoming move: packing, unpacking, and setting up organizational systems in the new home
Seasonal swaps for clothing, bedding, and decor
Coordinate donation drop-offs
Maintain indoor plants
Handle ongoing household maintenance tasks such as replacing batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors
Clean and maintain air purifiers
Manage and reset outdoor spaces including pool area and patio at the new home
Own the household supply list and restock pantry, fridge, and household essentials
Manage online orders and subscriptions (Amazon, Costco, Target) including building toward a streamlined click-and-collect grocery system
Handle returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping for kids' events, and mail and package sorting
Break down boxes and keep entryways clear
Assist with meal prep approximately 3 days per week, with a focus on shortening the dinner prep process (have ingredients on hand, washed, chopped, marinated, etc.)
Prep snacks: washed and cut fruit, protein balls, muffins, and other healthy options
Have school lunch ingredients on hand for one child; assist the older child as needed with weekly lunch prep
Handle 1-2 grocery store runs per week and work toward a click-and-collect ordering system
Kitchen clean-up and maintenance throughout the day
Wash, fold, and organize laundry for the kids
Linen rotation including sheets and towels
Occasional steaming and special garment care
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
Light supervision and back-up childcare as needed
Prep sports bags, backpacks, snacks, and clothing for the kids
Assist with kid-related scheduling (appointments, activities) and errands
Manage the household Skylight calendar
Track household-related expenses and receipts
Coordinate vendor and appointment scheduling as directed
Feed the family dog twice daily using a raw and kibble mix (raw in the morning); assist with portioning and freezing raw food
Administer supplements with meals
Walk the dog at the current home; oversee yard time at the new home
Maintain pet supplies and schedule grooming appointments
Clean dog beds regularly
Occasional fueling, cleaning, and organizing of the family vehicle