Household Manager & Family Assistant with Childcare & Meal Prep

Sage Haus•Ghent, NY

8d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a warm, joyful, and deeply capable Household Manager & Family Assistant to become a trusted extension of our family. This role is centered around helping keep our busy, creative household running smoothly. You will take ownership of the day-to-day household rhythm, including resetting spaces, staying on top of laundry, helping with meal prep, organizing, and proactively addressing needs before they become problems. While the role is primarily focused on household support, you will also be comfortable jumping in with the children when needed. Flexibility is key, and we value someone who can move naturally between responsibilities. We are looking for someone who enjoys creating order within a busy household and takes pride in making life easier for the family as a whole. This is a part-time role with the potential to grow into full-time, offering an opportunity to evolve alongside our family and shape the role over time. The goal is to create more space for the family to be present with one another.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Fragrance-free.
Reliable personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursement provided for work-related errands.
CPR and First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain prior to start).
Ability to navigate a spiral staircase regularly as part of daily duties.
Comfortable spending a meaningful amount of time in the car as part of the role.
Professional references with contact information.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility for occasional date night coverage and pet care while the family is traveling is appreciated.
Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification prior to start.

Responsibilities

School pickups after school; flexibility for drop-offs on an occasional basis
Transport children to after-school activities as needed
Provide 2–3 hours of dedicated, hands-on care for the toddler, 3 days per week
Provide childcare for one or both children during the day as needed
Occasional date night coverage
Support with kid-related errands (diapers, supplies, reorders as needed)
Encourage children participation in age-appropriate household tasks
Create and maintain household organization systems
Daily resets, with extra care and focus in the kitchen
Light tidying throughout the day: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas
Coordinate with and prep for the weekly cleaning team including washing linens before they arrive, communicating what areas need deeper cleaning that week, etc.
Manage indoor plant care
Handle household upkeep tasks: changing batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors
Own and manage all household supply lists: pantry, fridge, and household essentials
Handle recurring household orders and subscriptions when needed (Amazon, Costco, Target, and similar)
Manage returns, mail, and package handling from start to finish
Break down boxes and handle trash and recycling runs to the end of the driveway
Coordinate and handle errands
Batch-cook lunches ready to go approximately 3 days per week
Prep or fully cook dinner approximately 3 nights per week so the family can heat and serve or finish quickly
Prep vegetables and key ingredients on days the family wants to cook themselves
Take full ownership of big-box grocery shopping
Coordinate specialty sourcing from local farm vendors, co-op, and specialty markets the family uses
Accommodate gluten-free dietary needs for two family members; focus on healthy, nutritious meals for the whole household
Daily kitchen cleanup and maintenance
Full ownership of all laundry: wash, dry, fold, organize, and put away
Weekly linen rotation and fresh sheet changes for all beds
Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked
Serve as the point of contact for vendors: weekly cleaners, pool maintenance, landscapers, alarm company, energy provider, and other service providers
Support with a larger home renovation project anticipated in the coming year
Research and coordinate repairs and quotes as needed
Vet and grooming scheduling and transport
Maintain pet supplies
Periodic deep cleaning: fridge, oven, baseboards
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers
Tackle organizational projects: basement clean out, closets, pantry, toys, gear
Coordinate donation drop-offs
Schedule and transport family vehicles to the dealership for maintenance
Handle cleaning and organizing family vehicles
Track registration and insurance renewals
Build and actively maintain a shared household calendar: children's activities, appointments, school events, travel schedules, vendor visits, etc.
Handle administrative calls on behalf of the household