Household Manager & Family Assistant with Meal Prep Support

Sage Haus•Saratoga Springs, NY

1d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

A part-time household management and family assistant position supporting a family of three in Saratoga Springs, NY. The role combines household organization, laundry and linen care, meal planning and preparation, errands, pet care, and assistance with school-age children. The family is seeking a dependable, proactive, organized, warm, and emotionally intuitive person who can work independently, communicate openly, take initiative, and become a trusted, lasting presence in the household. The position is 10–20 hours per week, with 10 hours guaranteed, generally scheduled across three days per week. Most shifts are midday; the schedule includes at least two evening shifts per month, typically around 6–10 pm for bedtime support. Days and hours may vary by mutual agreement, and occasional additional evening and weekend support is preferred. The family is open to occasional overnight flexibility. Compensation is $30–$35 per hour, and the start date is ASAP.

Requirements

Able to navigate multiple flights of stairs.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record.
Comfortable using a personal vehicle for work-related errands and transporting children to school and activities.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Work fragrance-free in the home.
Comfortable working with dogs.
Up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Able to work independently, balance multiple priorities, take initiative, and reliably follow through.
Organized, resourceful, proactive, dependable, and attentive to household needs.
Warm, patient, emotionally intuitive, and comfortable connecting with middle school-age children while respecting their growing independence.
Communicate openly, welcome constructive feedback, and value building a genuine, lasting relationship with the household.
Available for a schedule generally spanning three days per week, including two or more evenings per month, with flexibility for occasional additional evening and weekend support; occasional overnight flexibility is also noted.

Nice To Haves

Experience or interest in vehicle management, including scheduling routine maintenance and occasional fueling, cleaning, and organizing.
Ability to provide administrative and personal assistant support, including appointment coordination, travel planning, and calendar management.
Willingness to take on occasional deep cleaning and special projects.

Responsibilities

Reset the home by handling dishes, countertops, and surfaces, and prepare the home between monthly cleaner visits.
Lightly tidy high-traffic areas and maintain household organization systems.
Lead organizational projects such as pantry, kitchen cabinet, children’s closet, and attic organization.
Manage seasonal clothing swaps and donation drop-offs, and assist with event and holiday preparation as needed.
Care for indoor plants and replace household batteries, light bulbs, and similar items as needed.
Wash, fold, and organize laundry; rotate linens; iron, steam, and care for special garments; and keep the laundry area tidy and stocked.
Transport children to and from school and activities, provide light supervision during evening shifts, and handle child-related errands as needed.
Plan and batch-cook three dinners each week, accommodate dietary needs and preferences, prepare healthy snacks, and clean and maintain the kitchen.
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies; collaborate on supply lists; handle dry cleaning, returns, mail, and packages; and break down boxes.
Walk the family dog as needed and maintain pet supplies.
Occasionally oversee cleaners, contractors, or landscapers; research and coordinate repairs and quotes; and assist with seasonal property maintenance.
As preferred but not required, schedule vehicle maintenance and occasionally fuel, clean, and organize vehicles.
As preferred but not required, coordinate children’s appointments, plan travel logistics, and manage calendars.
As preferred but not required, perform occasional deep-cleaning tasks and refresh the mudroom, garage, and entry areas.