Household Manager (Meal Prep Focus)

Sage Haus•Encinitas, CA

13d•$32 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

We are an active, on-the-go household with three kids who keep the calendar full. Between competitive sports schedules, school pickups, and two parents with demanding careers, our days move fast. We love evenings spent together around the dinner table, going for a walk and catching up on our day, or even squeezing in a late-night dip. We want our weekends to feel like time to enjoy each other — not catch-up sessions for everything that slipped through the week. We are a values-driven family who prioritizes quality time, home-cooked meals, and a household that runs with intention rather than chaos. As our kids grow and our family's needs evolve, we are intentionally transitioning from a childcare-focused role to a true Household Manager — someone who can take ownership of the home and help keep all the moving pieces organized and running smoothly. We have systems in place and are looking for someone who will embrace them, improve on them, and make them their own. Our home is warm, our kids are spirited and capable, and we thrive when the people around us bring calm, take initiative, and bring good energy. More than anything, we hope to find someone who wants to be with our family long term — growing with us and becoming a trusted, integral part of our household.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal transportation and valid driver's license required; mileage reimbursement provided.
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 COVID-19 and flu).
Current CPR and First Aid certification required.
Comfortable and confident around a residential pool; ability to actively supervise children near water.
Organized, task-oriented, and genuinely enjoy the satisfaction that comes from keeping a busy household running well.
Self-directed, systems-oriented, and take real pride in a well-run home.
Comfortable and confident engaging with kids.
Warm without being overbearing, direct without being abrasive, and steady without being rigid.
Comfortable working independently when no one is home, trust yourself to make thoughtful judgment calls, and communicate proactively.
Bring good values, professionalism, and a positive attitude to work each day.
Respect the privacy of the family and their home.
Looking for a long-term role where you can truly take ownership, become part of the rhythm of a family, and grow with them over time.

Nice To Haves

Background in hospitality, executive assistance, household management, or a similar field that has taught you how to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and operate professionally within a private home.

Responsibilities

School and sports pickups, Monday through Friday
Occasional backup childcare with prior arrangement
Kid-related errands
Homework oversight
Plan, shop for, and prepare 3-4 family dinners per week
Work from the family's existing recipe playbook and favorite meal list, with room to introduce new dishes
Batch cooking and menu planning preferred
Grocery shopping (including Costco, Trader Joe’s, Target, Instacart, and Amazon orders)
Follow dietary needs and restrictions (one family member has a mussels allergy)
Daily kitchen clean-up and maintenance
Wash, fold, and organize laundry
Linen rotation and care
Maintain tidy, well-stocked laundry areas
Maintain and improve household organization systems (pantry, refrigerator, kids' closets)
Daily resets and home prep in advance of biweekly cleaner visits
Light tidying throughout the day (dishes, surfaces, high-traffic vacuuming)
Indoor plant care
Packing and unpacking support for family travel
Event, holiday, and guest preparation
Coordinate and prepare donation drop-offs
Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies on a running list
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon, Costco, Target, Instacart)
Gift shopping
Break down and dispose of boxes
Oversee biweekly house cleaner and coordinate access for contractors and service providers
Be present for scheduled maintenance (e.g., appliance repair)
Manage outdoor spaces including pool, hot tub, sauna, and patio
Seasonal property maintenance reminders (power washing, window cleaning, HVAC service, cold plunge filters)
Occasional deep cleans of refrigerator, oven, baseboards
Seasonal garage refresh and organizational projects (closets, gear, pantry)
Calendar management for household and kids' activity schedules
Travel planning and logistics
Event and appointment coordination