Household Manager

Sage Haus•Charlotte, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, professionally-driven couple based in Charlotte, though one of us also frequently spends time in Raleigh. Our schedules shift constantly — no two weeks look the same — and our home reflects that energy. We work hard and move fast, so we appreciate people who can keep up and stay one step ahead. We are in the process of laying a foundation for the way our home runs, and we could use support in putting structures and methods in place. We are looking for someone who notices what needs to be done and jumps in without prompting. We may not always be physically present to oversee someone in our home, so we need someone who is independent and trustworthy. When we are home, we’d love to build a collaborative, flexible, and open-minded system together. We have two dogs who will require some daily attention and midday exercise, but other than that, we are very flexible on when other household needs get done. We anticipate having children in the next few years; and as our family grows, there is significant potential for this role to grow as well. The ideal candidate will embrace that change and be comfortable adding childcare to their responsibilities in the future. Weekly, we’re looking for 2-3 full days of support with home organization, pet care, meal prep, and laundry. Since our schedules are ever-changing, the ideal candidate is someone who leads with work ethic and adaptability. The quality and consistency of your work matters more than the specific hours you’re in the home — as long as things are done well, we will be happy to work together on timing. We need flexibility in this role, and are happy to offer the same to you.

Requirements

Reliable transportation required
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Maintain a smoke-free environment
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 measles and other baseline immunizations), subject to applicable legal accommodations
Ability to navigate multiple levels throughout the day
Ability to sign and adhere to a confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement (NDA)
Must be comfortable around dogs
Detail-oriented, dependable, and take pride in doing things well
Thrive in environments where the plan changes, where you are expected to think ahead, and where you can move seamlessly between tasks without losing focus
Team player, but happy to take initiative and tackle projects on your own
Warm and easy to be around, but understand that professionalism and discretion are non-negotiable
Can be trusted in a home when no one else is there, and you treat that trust seriously
Genuinely open to the possibility of taking on childcare responsibilities as our family grows
Long-term fit matters to us, and we are looking for someone who is looking for that too
Leads with work ethic and adaptability
Quality and consistency of your work matters more than the specific hours you’re in the home
Flexibility in this role

Nice To Haves

Spanish fluency preferred
Spanish fluency is a strong plus
Embrace change and be comfortable adding childcare to their responsibilities in the future

Responsibilities

Create and maintain household organization systems
Daily resets and prep home for cleaners
Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas)
Support in hanging art and seasonal décor swaps
Assist with event, guest, and holiday prep
Change batteries around the home as needed
Indoor plant care as needed (if housesitting)
Serve as the primary midday caregiver for two dogs, including walks or letting them outside
Maintain free-grazing food and water bowls
Schedule and coordinate vet and grooming appointments, including transport as needed
Administer medications as directed
Maintain and reorder pet supplies
Full laundry responsibility for all clothing, linens, and towels — washed, folded, and put away
Coordinate dry cleaning drop-off and pickup
Rotate bed linens and towels
Keep laundry area tidy and well-stocked
Provide flexible meal prep support based on the household's week — frequency will vary
Prepare easy, ready-to-heat, healthy meals when one partner is traveling
Coordinate grocery shopping (in-store or via delivery app)
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and general upkeep
Adhere strictly to household dietary restrictions and allergies (allergies to pine nuts, hazelnuts, almonds, and raw apples)
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies via delivery apps
Manage recurring household subscriptions and supply lists
Manage returns and exchanges as needed
Handle mail and package receiving and sorting; break down boxes
Coordinate junk removal as needed
Oversee cleaners, landscapers, and contractors during visits
Research and coordinate new vendors and service providers
Support upcoming renovation projects, including moving and returning items as work progresses
Occasional deep cleans of the fridge, oven, baseboards, and similar areas
Organizational projects (garage, closets, pantry)
Refresh the mudroom and any other areas of clutter
Change air purifiers regularly
Polish silver as needed
Maintain awareness of household schedules to time meal prep and home readiness appropriately
Coordinate with the family's professional schedulers as needed
Open to taking on childcare-related responsibilities as the family grows