Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Brooklyn, NY

14h•Onsite

About The Position

We're a lively Brooklyn family of four riding the wave of raising two energetic daughters while juggling demanding careers and everything life throws our way. With one parent primarily working from home with occasional business travel, the other commuting to the office a few days a week, and a spirited 10-year-old dog who still thinks he's a puppy, our home is always buzzing with activity, laughter, and the occasional delightful chaos that comes with young kids. Our household runs on collaboration, flexibility, and a genuine belief that the people who support us are true partners in making our family life work. We're not the type to hover or dictate exactly how things should be done. What matters to us is the outcome: a home that feels organized, peaceful, and ready for whatever the day brings. We believe in treating people well, communicating openly, and building relationships rooted in mutual respect and ease. If you're someone who thrives in a home where trust, autonomy, and a little bit of humor go a long way, you'll fit right in with us.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation
Current vaccinations (general)
High emotional intelligence
Non-judgmental
Comfortable with open, easy communication
Understand professional boundaries
Flexible and go-with-the-flow
Proactive and thoughtful
Like kids, and understand that they thrive on consistency, kindness, and a little bit of fun
Take pride in your work
Proactive without being intrusive
Enjoy being part of a household during this stage of life

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification
Comfort with and affinity for dogs

Responsibilities

Daily resets and prep home for cleaners
Light tidying including dishes (loading/unloading dishwasher), surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas
Create and/or Maintain household organization systems
Seasonal clothing swaps and organization for kids
Seasonal swaps of decor and bedding
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Occasionally: event/holiday/guest prep
Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, and charge devices
Indoor plant care
Inventory & Errands
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies (grocery management is a top priority)
Manage running household supply lists
Returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping
Mail and package handling, breaking down boxes
Laundry & Linen Care
Wash/fold/organize laundry
Ironing/steaming and special garment care
Kid linen rotation
Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas
Meal Prep
Prep three healthy dinners per week (ingredients chopped, protein marinating, with cooking instructions left for family)
Prep kids' lunches daily
Prep healthy snacks for kids (washing, cutting and storing fruits and veggies)
Grocery shopping following dietary needs and preferences (nut allergy, kid-friendly, healthy)
Kitchen cleanup and maintenance
Family Support & Child Assistance
School pickups and drop-offs as needed
Light supervision and backup childcare
Date night coverage once per week
Prep backpacks, clothing, snacks and lunches for kids
Kid-related errands
Calendar & Administrative Support
Awareness of family calendar and household schedules
Provide reminders to family
Occasional help with event and appointment coordination
Receipt and budget tracking for expenses incurred as house manager
Pet Care
Maintain pet supplies for family dog
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
Oversee cleaners to conduct occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
Refresh mudroom/entryway
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers
Organizational projects (toys, gear, kids rooms)
Vendor & Property Oversight
Oversee cleaners and vendors when at house