Household Manager

Sage Haus•Wareham, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A family of three in Wareham, Massachusetts, is seeking a dependable, trustworthy Household Manager to support the day-to-day functioning of their home. The role focuses on household organization, meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, laundry, tidying, errands, and establishing routines and systems that make household life run more smoothly. The family has two German Shepherds and maintains a smoke-free and fragrance-free home. The position may grow alongside the family as its needs evolve. This is a part-time role for 12–15 hours per week, with 12 hours per week guaranteed. The schedule is flexible during daytime hours, with Monday, Wednesday, and Friday preferred; alternative schedules may be considered. Compensation is $32–$37 per hour, based on experience. The start date is ASAP. Reliable transportation is required, and mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related errands. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and comfortable working in a home with large dogs. A background check is required.

Requirements

Reliable transportation; mileage reimbursement is provided for work-related errands.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be comfortable working in a home with large dogs.
Must be comfortable working in a fragrance-free environment.
Dependable, trustworthy, and resourceful, with pride in doing the job well.
Able to work independently, take ownership, prioritize, and create structure without needing detailed instructions for every task.
Comfortable in the kitchen and able to plan and prepare healthy meals, shop thoughtfully, and prepare ingredients.
Able to handle household tasks including laundry, dishes, vacuuming, tidying, and organizing supplies.
Must complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Creative cooking skills and willingness to use the cookbooks available in the home.
Ability to pet-sit, including feeding and walking the dogs, when the family travels.

Responsibilities

Create, implement, and maintain household organization systems.
Perform daily resets and tidying, including putting away dishes, wiping down surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Care for indoor plants and replace batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector batteries as needed.
Prepare healthy meals approximately three days per week and prepare ingredients for other days.
Follow the household's dietary guidelines: no sugar or processed foods, with a focus on meat, vegetables, nuts, and cheese; account for a mango allergy in the home.
Grocery shop for fresh produce and maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization after cooking.
Wash, fold, and organize laundry; rotate bedding and towels weekly; and maintain a tidy, well-stocked laundry area.
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies as needed and maintain a running household supply list.
Handle dry-cleaning drop-off and pickup as needed.
Perform occasional deep cleaning, including the refrigerator, oven, and baseboards.
Refresh and organize the mudroom and entry area and undertake ongoing organizational projects as the household evolves.
Track receipts and expenses incurred in the Household Manager role.
Pet-sit, including feeding and walking the dogs, if the family is traveling, if able.