Household Manager

Sage Haus•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•$34 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Sage Haus is hiring a part-time Household Manager / Family Support Specialist for a working-from-home family of three in Salt Lake City, Utah. The household includes an energetic three-year-old child and two well-trained, mid-sized dogs. The family is seeking a proactive, organized person to help household routines run smoothly and to support the family’s childcare, meal preparation, household organization, errands, and administrative needs. The role is 10–15 hours per week, generally on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. One workday must include 12:00–1:00 PM for midday transport. Occasional date-night or backup coverage may be needed. The position pays $34–$38 per hour depending on experience and is expected to start as soon as possible. The ideal candidate takes initiative, plans ahead, communicates clearly, and is comfortable working autonomously while collaborating with the family. Duties include occasional school pickups and child-related preparation, batch cooking and meal planning support, laundry, light tidying, household systems and projects, supply ordering, errands, coordination with cleaners and vendors, calendar and budget-support tasks, seasonal property maintenance, and light organization of the family vehicle. The role requires a background check.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in household management.
Reliable personal transportation; mileage is reimbursed at the IRS standard rate.
Be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, including standard childcare-setting vaccinations and the annual flu vaccine, subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain certification.
Be comfortable with dogs.
Be able to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day and carry items such as groceries and children while doing so.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Provide an updated resume and three professional references with contact information as part of the application.
Complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Enjoy providing occasional date-night care for the children.

Responsibilities

Provide occasional school pickups and prepare the child’s backpacks, clothing, and snacks for the following day.
Run child-related errands, including purchasing snacks, birthday gifts, and activity supplies.
Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel.
Execute a weekly meal plan, including batch cooking approximately four dinners per week, preparing one breakfast batch, and preparing school lunches.
Prepare ingredients so the family can finish cooking easily when needed.
Manage weekly household grocery and supply orders through grocery delivery services.
Clean up the kitchen following meal preparation.
Wash, steam or iron, fold, and put away laundry.
Ensure bedding is clean for the housecleaner rotation and maintain a tidy, well-stocked laundry area.
Perform daily household resets and prepare the home for biweekly cleaners.
Handle light tidying, including loading and unloading the dishwasher, wiping surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Create and maintain household organization systems.
Manage seasonal clothing, décor, and bedding swaps.
Coordinate and assist with decluttering and donation drop-offs.
Maintain household supply lists and manage household orders through Instacart and other delivery services.
Handle returns, break down and remove boxes, and monitor and order dog food as needed.
Coordinate with cleaners on deep cleans, particularly during family travel, and ensure work is completed.
Clean and maintain humidifiers and air purifiers and tackle organizational projects as needed.
Manage the child’s school schedule and coordinate the family calendar.
Track household receipts and food and dining spending to support budget awareness.
Research and coordinate vendor quotes and home repairs.
Support seasonal property maintenance, such as sprinkler winterization and window cleaning.
Manage outdoor spaces, including dusting cushions.
Lightly organize and clean out the family vehicle, including regularly accumulated children’s gear.