Household Manager (with Meal Prep Expertise)

Sage Haus•Guilford, CT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a warm, active family of four living on the Connecticut shoreline with our two young daughters and two beloved pets. Like many busy families, our schedules are full, and we've reached a point where investing in additional household support will allow us to spend more of our time focused on our family rather than the logistics of running our home. We're hiring because we recognize the value of a well-managed household. Our goal is to reduce the day-to-day mental load that comes with balancing work, parenting, and household responsibilities, creating more space for quality time together. We view this role as an investment in our family's well-being, knowing that thoughtful support behind the scenes allows our home to operate more smoothly and our family to be more present with one another. The primary focus of this role is to serve as the trusted partner who keeps our household running smoothly - bringing order, consistency, and thoughtful support to the many moving pieces of daily family life. You will take ownership of a variety of household responsibilities, including planning and preparing two family dinners each week, creating and maintaining organizational systems throughout the home, and proactively managing the countless details that allow a busy household to function with ease. Your work will reduce the family's mental load, creating more space for us to be present with one another and enjoy our time together.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Reliable personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursed provided for work-related errands

Nice To Haves

Meal Prep Expertise

Responsibilities

Prepare healthy, grab-and-go breakfasts, pack school lunches, and execute fully-cooked dinners 2-3 days per week, and grab-and-go dinners 2 days per week
Pack school lunches 5x weekly
Develop, manage, and execute weekly grocery planning and shopping
Handle kitchen clean-up and ongoing kitchen maintenance
Create and maintain household organization systems
Perform daily resets and light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas
Prepare home ahead of bi-weekly cleaners
Conduct seasonal swaps for clothing, bedding, and decor
Coordinate donation drop-offs
Care for Indoor plants
Support prep for events, holidays, and guests
Support packing and unpacking for family travel
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.)
Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-offs, gift shopping, and general errands
Handle mail and packages including breaking down and disposing of boxes
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry
Rotate linens
Drop off dry cleaning
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
Provide back up support for school pickups, drop offs, and childcare
Perform daily backpack reset including unpacking, lunch box washing, and packing and preparing for the following morning
Handle kid-related errands
Walk dog on a daily basis (15-30 minutes)
Schedule vet and grooming appointments
Administer pet medications
Maintain pet supplies alongside household inventory
Clean out and organize the family vehicle as needed
Partner with the family to manage and maintain the household calendar, coordinating school schedules, appointments, activities, and family commitments to keep everyone organized and informed
Track expenses, maintain receipts for expenses incurred as House Manager
Coordinate and manage household appointments and scheduling as needed
Refresh garage, mudroom, and entryway on an ongoing basis
Ongoing organizational projects, particularly for toys and gear
Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers as needed
Seasonal property maintenance
Manage outdoor spaces