Home Manager with Meal Prep

Sage Haus•Searsboro, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Household Manager with Meal Prep will provide consistent, proactive support to a busy family living on a 10-acre property in rural Iowa. The household includes two young children, a home-based business, and demanding work schedules. One parent works remotely full-time, and the other runs a business and travels frequently during warmer months. The role is intended to become a reliable part of the household routine, helping keep daily responsibilities and household systems organized. It starts part-time, with the potential for additional hours and a broader scope as the family’s needs evolve. The position is 10–16 hours per week, with 10 hours guaranteed. Monday and Wednesday are preferred, generally as 8-hour shifts, though the schedule is flexible. Some evening availability may occasionally be needed as the relationship develops. Compensation is $28–$32 per hour, depending on experience, and the start date is ASAP. Mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related errands. The role combines meal planning and preparation with household administration, organization, errands, vehicle coordination, pet care, and occasional family support. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, self-directed, trustworthy, dependable, and able to use judgment, adapt to changing priorities, and follow through without frequent instructions. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, maintain a smoke-free environment, have reliable personal transportation, and be able to navigate stairs as part of regular daily tasks. A background check is required.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a household manager or family assistant role.
CPR and First Aid certified.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal transportation; mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related errands.
Ability to navigate stairs as part of regular daily tasks.
Proactive, organized, independent, and self-directed, with the ability to manage time and priorities.
Able to take ownership, recognize what needs to be done, and work without frequent instructions or check-ins.
Able to exercise judgment, communicate appropriately, adapt as priorities change, and respect the family’s preferences and routines.
Trustworthy, thoughtful, and dependable, with strong follow-through and attention to detail.
Submit a short introduction letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with current contact information.
Willingness to complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the Skylight calendar app or a similar scheduling system.
Experience planning weekly family dinners and batch-prepping ingredients and meal components.

Responsibilities

Plan five dinners each week, using ingredients on hand and selecting recipes that align with family preferences.
Prepare ingredients and meal components ahead of time for the week’s dinners.
Create grocery lists and coordinate grocery delivery orders.
Keep the kitchen tidy and handle cleanup and general kitchen maintenance after meal preparation.
Manage and maintain the household Skylight calendar, organize schedules, and help identify upcoming commitments and potential conflicts.
Sort incoming mail for household and business accounts.
Scan and digitally organize important documents.
Track household receipts and expenses using the family’s existing systems.
Perform daily light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and light vacuuming of high-traffic areas.
Provide occasional household help during holidays or when guests are expected, including general tidying, organizing, and preparation.
Assist with laundry and linen care, including switching loads, folding, putting clothes away, and rotating linens.
Keep laundry areas tidy and well stocked.
Manage household supply lists and anticipate restocking needs.
Oversee household orders and subscriptions, and keep recurring services up to date.
Track incoming packages and organize returns promptly.
Coordinate maintenance and service appointments for the family’s six vehicles across household and business entities.
Track vehicle registrations, insurance renewals, and other important deadlines.
Help keep vehicles fueled, clean, organized, and well maintained.
Maintain pet supply inventory, including food and flea and tick prevention.
Administer flea and tick medications as needed.
Provide occasional light backup childcare and, as the relationship develops, occasional date-night coverage or travel support.
Prepare children’s backpacks and clothing as needed.
Complete occasional deep-cleaning tasks, such as cleaning the fridge, oven, and baseboards.
Help with occasional organizational projects, such as sorting children’s toys and household gear, as time allows.