Household Manager / Cook (with travel to Cape Cod)

The Wellington Agency•Boca Raton, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

A private couple with no children or pets is seeking an experienced, polished, and highly organized Household Manager / Cook to oversee the daily operations of residences in Boca Raton, Florida, and Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The role is hands-on and combines household oversight, vendor coordination, property maintenance, personal assistance, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day operations across both homes, anticipate the principals’ needs, manage priorities independently, and maintain a refined, welcoming environment for the principals and their guests. The position is based in Boca Raton for eight months of the year as a live-out role and in Cape Cod for four months as a live-in role, with private accommodations in a separate guest house during the Cape Cod period. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with flexibility for occasional weekends when guests are in residence. Compensation is $115,000–$150,000+ annually, commensurate with experience. Benefits include a health insurance stipend and two weeks of paid time off.

Requirements

At least five years of recent experience in a private household as a Household Manager, Estate Manager, Executive Housekeeper, or in a similar position.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage daily household operations, coordinate vendors, and oversee multiple properties.
Strong cooking skills and genuine enjoyment of preparing fresh, high-quality, home-style meals.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong understanding of luxury household standards, hospitality, and property presentation.
Comfort with hands-on household responsibilities alongside broader operational duties.
Proactive, detail-oriented approach and ability to anticipate needs and take initiative without constant direction.
Professional, discreet, and personable manner with excellent communication skills.
Flexibility and adaptability to the evolving needs of the household.
Receptiveness to feedback and a positive, collaborative, service-oriented approach.
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
Ability to lift and move outdoor furniture and other household items as needed.
Willingness and ability to reside in Cape Cod for approximately four months annually.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations at both residences and ensure household functions run efficiently.
Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, contractors, and service providers; coordinate schedules, appointments, maintenance, and repairs.
Identify household needs and maintenance concerns proactively and ensure timely resolution.
Manage household inventories, supplies, grocery provisioning, and pantry organization.
Coordinate vehicle maintenance, detailing, fueling, registrations, and general upkeep.
Oversee seasonal opening and closing procedures and transitions between residences.
Coordinate seasonal preparations, including outdoor furniture setup, exterior arrangements, and property readiness.
Maintain household organization, systems, and routines, independently managing priorities with minimal direction.
Plan, prepare, and serve fresh, healthy dinners for the principals and occasional guests.
Plan menus, shop for groceries, and provision the kitchen.
Prepare the home for entertaining, including table settings, fresh floral arrangements, and guest accommodations.
Welcome guests and coordinate their arrivals, departures, and room preparations.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and presentation of both residences.
Oversee and coordinate the weekly deep-cleaning service.
Perform daily light housekeeping, including bed making, laundry, linens, and general household upkeep.
Care for fine household items, including silver, delicate furnishings, and specialty materials.
Assist with packing and unpacking for seasonal travel and personal trips.
Coordinate dry cleaning, deliveries, returns, and miscellaneous household services.
Handle personal shopping, gift purchasing, grocery shopping, and household errands.
Provide occasional driving and transportation assistance as needed.
Support special requests and changing household priorities while maintaining discretion and confidentiality.