Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)
About The Position
This is a part-time Household Manager & Family Assistant role supporting a busy family of four with two young children (an infant and a toddler) and a large, energetic dog in Washington, DC. The role focuses on supporting the family during the critical evening hours, from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The family values calm, structure, and consistency and is looking for someone to help manage the household and evening routines, including meal preparation. The ideal candidate is self-directed, nurturing, reliable, and seeks a long-term relationship with the family. Experience working with other household staff and a love for dogs are a plus.
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
Nice To Haves
- Experience working alongside other household staff is a plus
- Genuine love of dogs is a must
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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
