Household Manager (With Meal Prep Support)

Sage Haus•Weston, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a calm, private household of two adults in Weston, Massachusetts, seeking a reliable and professional Household Manager with meal prep support. The ideal candidate will take genuine ownership of the day-to-day management of the home, lifting the mental load and ensuring the house runs smoothly. We value discretion, clear communication, and a project manager's mindset. This role involves managing household organization, inventory, errands, meal planning and preparation (following Mediterranean and pescatarian diets), laundry, vehicle management, vendor coordination, and occasional deep cleaning or organizational projects. We have a regular home cleaner in place and are looking for someone to complement their work by managing the ongoing operational needs of the household.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States
Maintain a smoke-free environment
Maintain a fragrance-free environment
Reliable transportation required; candidate may use a family vehicle or their own vehicle with mileage reimbursement provided
Self-directed, professional, and takes genuine pride in a well-run home
Does not require constant check-ins, reminders, or hand-holding
Discretion is essential
Communicates clearly and concisely
Comfortable in the kitchen, particularly with simple, health-forward preparations using meal delivery services
Follows dietary preferences carefully and consistently
Tech-savvy and resourceful, manages subscriptions, online orders, and household logistics with ease
Understands that the highest compliment in this role is when the household runs so smoothly it seems effortless
Experience with meal planning and preparation, following specific dietary guidelines
Experience with laundry and garment care
Experience with coordinating vendors and scheduling maintenance
Experience with inventory management and ordering supplies
Experience with administrative tasks such as tracking expenses and scheduling

Nice To Haves

Travel planning and logistics support

Responsibilities

Create and/or maintain household organization systems
Perform daily resets: dishes, tidying surfaces, making beds, freshening bathrooms, and light vacuuming of high-traffic areas
Prepare the home ahead of the cleaners' visits
Manage seasonal swaps for clothing, bedding, and décor
Coordinate and prepare donation drop-offs
Handle packing and unpacking for family travel
Assist with occasional event, holiday, or guest preparation
Change batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors, or coordinate with vendors to complete these tasks
Maintain running household supply lists
Monitor and restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies
Oversee household orders and subscriptions, primarily through Amazon
Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-offs and pickups, and gift shopping as needed
Manage incoming mail and packages, including breaking down boxes
Plan weekly lunches and dinners (5x/week) for two adults, submitting meal plans for quick family approval
Prepare meals using meal delivery services (such as Green Chef and local options); comfortable with simple preparations including chicken, salmon, shrimp, and other seafood
Follow a Mediterranean and pescatarian dietary preference; no red meat
Manage grocery shopping via online ordering and delivery (Whole Foods preferred)
Maintain a clean, organized kitchen after each use
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry
Handle ironing, steaming, and special garment care as needed
Manage linen rotation and bedding changes
Keep laundry areas tidy and well stocked
Schedule and take the family vehicle in for routine maintenance
Arrange car washes as needed
Track registration and insurance timelines
Coordinate with established cleaners, contractors, and landscapers as needed
Schedule and track routine maintenance, repairs, and seasonal upkeep
Ensure household needs are followed through to completion
Occasional refrigerator cleaning
Light refresh of entry, mudroom, or garage as needed
Organizational projects including closets, pantry, and storage areas
Maintain awareness of household schedules and coordinate appointments and events
Track receipts and expenses incurred in the course of the role
Schedule car service for family members as needed
Travel planning and logistics support