Part-Time Family Assistant with Meal Prep Focus

Sage Haus•Plymouth, MN

34d•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a busy, active family of five with three young children seeking a Part-Time Family Assistant with a focus on meal preparation. The role involves keeping the household running smoothly between monthly professional cleanings. This includes resetting spaces, managing meals, handling logistics, and providing reliable support for the children. The ideal candidate will bring calm, structure, and consistency to our busy home, which is often filled with the beautiful chaos of raising three kids. A successful week involves a tidy kitchen, dinner ready to reheat, laundry done, and a trusted presence supporting the family.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.
CPR/First Aid certification required, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
Comfort with light physical tasks, including snow removal.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Previous childcare or nanny experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide light backup childcare on an as-needed basis, including early dismissals (approximately once per month) and ad hoc support during the school day.
Assist with date night coverage approximately once per month.
Prep backpacks, clothing, snacks, and sports equipment ahead of school and activity days.
Take full ownership of meal prep, approximately 4 dinners per week — some fully ready to serve, others prepped and ready to reheat.
Pack meals and snacks for on-the-go evenings when the family schedule is packed.
Batch cook breakfast items weekly and prep healthy snacks for the children.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization as part of meal prep routine.
Create and maintain household organizational systems, identifying efficiencies wherever possible.
Perform daily resets of key areas including the kitchen, mudroom, and living room (i.e. picking up/organizing toys in the basement, living room, and throughout the house).
Prepare the home for monthly cleaners and coordinate with them on deep cleaning needs as they arise.
Manage organizational projects including the storage room, pantry, children's closets, garage, and the guest room closet.
Assist with seasonal décor swaps - sourcing, refreshing, and storing décor each season.
Support event, holiday, and guest prep as needed.
Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel.
Manage garage seasonal organization, including bikes, strollers, and outdoor play equipment.
Take full ownership of family laundry from start to finish: washing & drying, folding, and putting away.
Manage weekly rotation of linens and towels.
Keep the laundry area tidy and well stocked.
Manage weekly Walmart delivery orders and conduct in-person Costco and Target runs as needed.
Manage household supply lists, subscriptions, and Amazon orders.
Handle all mail and package management: opening, sorting, putting away, and breaking down boxes for recycling.
Assist with gift shopping and occasional returns.
Own full logistics for children's birthday parties and family events, including invitations, décor, and supplies.
Perform weekly clean-out and organization of the family vehicle.
Schedule and transport the family vehicle for routine maintenance appointments.
Maintain visibility into the family's Google Calendar and household whiteboard calendar.
Coordinate appointments for the children, including doctors, dentists, and haircuts.
Assist with travel planning and logistics.
Provide general administrative support as household needs evolve.
Mail and package handling including bringing mail and packages in and sorting and getting rid of non-important pieces.
Own weekly fridge rotation and clean-out.
Coordinate with house cleaners when deep cleans are needed.
Assist with snow removal, including shoveling and snowblower operation, particularly during family travel.