Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep)

Sage Haus•Brooklyn, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a warm, busy, and down-to-earth family of four living in a three-story Brooklyn brownstone with our two children, ages 2 and 5, and our beloved elderly dog. Both parents work in demanding roles and work often doesn’t fully wind down until later in the day. We have a nanny who provides regular childcare, so we’re looking for someone whose primary focus is the household and all of the things that keep it running behind the scenes. We’re relaxed and easygoing at home, and we value kindness, respect, flexibility, and teamwork. We want those who work in our home to feel like part of our team. Organization and household management are not our natural strengths, and we’re ready to hand that off to someone who genuinely enjoys it. We’re looking for someone we can trust, communicate openly with, and work alongside for the long-term. We’re hoping to find someone who can become a consistent and trusted part of our household. We appreciate people who take pride in what they do, communicate directly, and are comfortable being proactive. Flexibility is important to us, and in return, we want to be the kind of employers who respect the person working in our home, value their contribution, and make sure they know they’re appreciated.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free & fragrance-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Comfortable navigating multiple flights of stairs throughout the day
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 influenza, tetanus, and measles), subject to applicable legal accommodations
Comfortable working alongside children and a dog
Enjoy making a household feel more organized, cared for, and under control
Naturally notice the little things, what’s running low, what has been sitting on the counter for too long, which errand needs to happen, or what could make the day easier, and enjoy taking care of them
Naturally one step ahead and take pride in being someone who can look around, see what needs attention, and make it happen
Find satisfaction in walking into a busy, lived in household and bringing order and ease to the day to day
Confident, capable cook who enjoys meal prep and feels comfortable taking the lead in the kitchen
Bring a warm, grounded energy to the people around you
Kind, considerate, easygoing, and flexible, and happy to help
Understand that working in someone’s home is personal, and approach that with respect and good judgment
Comfortable being part of a household team while understanding that everyone has their own role, including the family’s nanny
Able to work independently, communicate openly, and use your own judgement about when to jump in, when to ask, and when to simply handle something yourself
Nonjudgemental
Proactive without being pushy, helpful without needing to be asked, and confident enough to take ownership while still being thoughtful about how you work within a family’s home
Looking for more than a job you can do well. Want to become someone a family can rely on and trust
Can see yourself settling into a household, learning how it works, anticipating what will make their lives easier, and becoming a consistent, valued part of the team
Love creating order, making life run more smoothly, and being the person who quietly makes a hundred little things better
Submit a short intro letter telling us a little about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references
Requires a background check

Nice To Haves

Ability to drive is a plus but not required (access to a family vehicle is available for work use)
Weekend evening babysitting/overnight stays a plus

Responsibilities

Create and maintain household organization systems
Daily resets and prep home for weekly cleaners
Light tidying, including putting away dishes, wiping down surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas
Seasonal swaps of clothing, décor, bedding
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Holiday/guest prep (linens and towels washed and setup for guests)
Unpacking from travel
Fully cook dinners for children 5x/week and for adults 3x/week
Prep school lunches 5x/week
Grocery shopping for recipe ingredients and pantry staples
Kitchen clean-up and maintenance
Adhere to household allergies/dietary needs
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
Manage running household supply lists
Handle returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping
Mail and package handling, especially sorting of mail
Shredding items
Breakdown of boxes
Wash, fold, and organize laundry for adults
Linen rotation
Maintain a tidy and well stocked laundry area
Travel planning and logistics
Calendar management, including awareness of household schedules
School administrative tasks like signing up for kid’s activities, completing forms, etc.
Pick-ups from school as needed (i.e. Nanny is sick)
Back-up childcare as needed
Prep backpacks, clothing, snacks as needed
Kid-related errands
Weekend evening babysitting/overnight stays a plus
Vet scheduling
Coordinating dog-boarding for travel
Maintain pet supplies
Let the dog out as needed throughout the day
Communicate with the property management team when household issues arise
Coordinate minor maintenance needs to property management team such as battery replacements, light bulbs, and smoke detectors
Schedule maintenance
Track registration and insurance
Fueling, cleaning, and organizing of vehicle as needed
Occasional deep cleans of fridge, oven, and baseboards
Refresh kitchen, shoe zone, and heavy traffic rooms
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers as needed