Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy family of four with a lively yellow Labrador, living in the heart of Washington, DC. Both parents work demanding professional schedules and we have two young children at home, an infant and a toddler who is starting pre-K this fall. We also have a wonderful live-in au pair who primarily cares for the baby during the day. Our evenings are where the real action happens. Between pickups, dinner, bath time, and bedtime routines for two kids at very different stages, the 5:00-8:00 PM window can feel like a sprint. We've built good systems and have support in place, but we need a steady, capable person to tie it all together in the evenings and keep the household humming. We are a warm, close-knit family who values calm, structure, and consistency — especially for our kids. We're looking for someone who wants to grow with us long-term, through au pair transitions and all the changes that come with young children. Our Lab is enthusiastically friendly and a big personality in his own right, so a love of dogs is a genuine must.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States
Maintain a smoke-free environment
Reliable transportation and comfort using family vehicle for pickups and errands
Comfortable around animals (we have an energetic, large dog)
CPR and First Aid certified, or willingness to obtain certification
Candidates are required to be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines (including Tdap, MMR, Hepatitis A/B, COVID-19, and annual influenza), subject to applicable legal accommodations
Calm, steady, and self-directed
Notices and acts on what needs doing without being told
Nurturing with children and knows how to hold a gentle but firm line with a strong-willed preschooler without escalating
Brings structure and quiet confidence into the evening routine
Equally comfortable cooking a healthy dinner, managing a household supply list, and doing a quick reset of the common areas
Reads the room well — has a warm, easy rapport with the family while also knowing when it's time to put their head down and get things done
Reliability is a non-negotiable
Shows up when they say they will, communicates proactively, and brings a dependable presence
Looking to build a lasting, meaningful relationship with a family, growing alongside their children and evolving with their household needs over the coming years
A genuine love of dogs is a must

Nice To Haves

Experience working alongside other household staff is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist with pick-ups from preschool
Light supervision and back-up childcare
Prep backpacks, clothing, snacks as needed
Assist with kid-related errands as needed
Maintain household organization systems
Daily resets and prep home for cleaners
Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas)
Seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding)
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Assist with event/holiday/guest prep as needed
Packing and unpacking for travel as needed
Manage indoor plant care
Plan and prepare approximately 2 dinners per week, fully cooked and ready-to-eat
Manage grocery shopping (Whole Foods Delivery)
Follow dietary needs/preferences (plant-based)
Kitchen cleanup after meal prep and maintain kitchen tidiness
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
Manage household supply lists
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target/Whole Foods)
Assist with returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping as needed
Assist with mail and package handling
Breakdown boxes from weekly subscription deliveries
Organize and put away laundry (delivered by laundry services bi-weekly)
Special garment care, including ironing and steaming
Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas
Feeding the dog once per day
Assist with scheduling vet and grooming appointments
Administer medications (once monthly)
Maintain pet supplies
Maintain awareness of family calendar (including household schedules)
Receipt and budget tracking for expenses incurred as House Manager
Support event and appointment coordination as needed
Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
Refresh entryway
Organizational projects (toys, gear, closets, pantry)
Assist with maintenance schedule for family car as needed
Fueling, cleaning, and organizing family vehicles as needed
Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers
Coordinate and schedule repairs through home warranty service as needed
Seasonal property maintenance
Manage outdoor spaces (including watering plants)