Household Manager & Family Assistant with Meal Prep Support

Sage Haus•Oakville, ON

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, warm, and energetic household with two young daughters and two beloved pets, a big, lovable Bernadoodle and the world's most patient cat. Life in our home is full: there's a toddler who never stops moving, a baby discovering the world one solid food at a time, two parents managing demanding careers and a family business, and the constant beautiful chaos that comes with it all. We enjoy cooking and place a strong emphasis on healthy, home-cooked meals made with whole foods. We also strive to run our home thoughtfully by using environmentally conscious products where possible and minimizing unnecessary waste. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable supporting these household preferences. Our goal is simple: we want our home to feel calm, organized, and well cared for so we can spend more time focusing on our children and each other. The ideal candidate is highly competent, deeply organized, proactive, and energized by a fast-moving household. They come prepared with ideas, take ownership of recurring systems, and treat their work with genuine care and initiative. They are comfortable working independently while also collaborating with us when decisions or priorities arise. They don’t wait to be told every next step—they anticipate needs, solve problems thoughtfully, and communicate well. They are comfortable with kids and animals, respect a home that runs thoughtfully, and are in it for the long haul. They are trustworthy and dependable. Above all, they are the kind of person who genuinely reduces the mental load, doesn’t add to it. For the right person, there is opportunity to grow beyond the day-to-day management of the home and become a trusted partner within the broader family ecosystem. Based on your interests, strengths, and the trust we build together, there may be opportunities to take on additional responsibilities, contribute to family business operations, and grow alongside the needs of the household. We’re looking for someone who sees this as a long-term relationship and is excited by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. This is not a nanny position; the primary focus is on household operations.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation and valid driver's license with a clean driving record
CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain within 60 days of start date
Comfortable working in a home with a large dog and a cat
Comfortable around infants and toddlers
Must be authorized to work in Canada
Background check required

Nice To Haves

Opportunity to grow beyond day-to-day management
Potential to become a trusted partner within the broader family ecosystem
Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities
Contribute to family business operations
Grow alongside the needs of the household
Long-term relationship focus
Excited by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare healthy, simple family meals and meal components for weeknight dinners that can also be eaten as lunch with a focus on low-carbohydrate meals for the adults and kid-friendly options for little ones
Batch cook and prepare freezer meals
Manage grocery shopping and household food supply runs
Maintain pantry, fridge, and freezer inventory and restock as needed
Ensure proper kitchen clean-up and maintenance after cooking
Clean and wipe out fridge and freezers as part of restocking process
Wash, dry, fold, and return all household laundry to closets — for both adults and children
Maintain bed linens and towels on a rotating schedule
Manage dry cleaning drop-off and pickup
Oversee seasonal clothing rotation
Assist with children's clothing management: sorting outgrown items, organizing wardrobes for growing kids, coordinating donation drop-offs (with family approval)
Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas
Maintain overall household order and tidiness with daily resets throughout home
Organize closets, storage areas, and household systems — improving on existing systems as the family's needs evolve
Organize children's toys, books and play spaces and manage toy rotation between rooms and storage areas
Manage running household supply lists and restock household essentials
Manage online orders, package returns, and exchanges, including breakdown of packaging boxes
Run errands as needed for family needs and household items
Handle package pickups and deliveries as needed
Walk dog occasionally (15–30 minutes) when on-site
Assist with feeding of both dog and cat and litter box maintenance (as needed)
Manage pet supply inventory and restock as needed
Reduce the family's daily mental load with research and logistics support: scheduling appointments, finding activity programs for the kids, coordinating service providers, recommending vendors, and travel prep logistics
Calendar awareness and support: track school dates, activity schedules, family logistics, and special events
Coordinate appointments with trusted contractors, tradespeople, and household service providers
Be available to provide home access or gather information from vendors when needed
Water outdoor planters and assist with light seasonal garden maintenance
Assist with preparing the home for holidays, family gatherings, or a future home sale
Coordinate vehicle detailing, maintenance appointments, and seasonal upkeep
Manage car refueling, light cleaning, and organizing of family vehicles as needed
Assist with travel preparation and family logistics
As trust develops, opportunities may arise to assist with special projects or family business support
Occasional daycare or activity pickups if parents are unavailable
Rare evening babysitting for date nights (paid separately)