Part-Time House Manager with Meal Prep Support

Sage Haus•O'Fallon, IL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, active family of five seeking a proactive, organized, and independently managed Part-Time House Manager with Meal Prep Support. This role is crucial for maintaining household rhythm and allowing the family to be more present in their daily lives. The ideal candidate thrives on taking initiative, improving existing systems, and managing tasks efficiently. We value clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative approach, aiming for our House Manager to feel appreciated and like an integral part of the family's day-to-day life. The role involves household organization, maintenance, errands, meal support, laundry, pet care, vehicle upkeep, family support, deep cleaning, and vendor oversight.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle required.
CPR and First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain upon employment).
Fragrance-free preference.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to perform daily resets, including dishes and surface cleaning.
Experience with household organization and systems.
Proficiency in managing inventory and running supply lists.
Ability to place and manage online orders.
Experience with meal preparation, including component prep and batch cooking.
Knowledge of laundry management, including washing, drying, folding, and organizing.
Experience with pet care, including grooming coordination and medication administration.
Ability to schedule and facilitate vehicle maintenance.
Willingness to provide occasional childcare and family support.
Capability to perform deep cleaning tasks.
Strong communication skills.
Proactive and organized nature.
Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Service-oriented mindset.
Must pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a similar household management role.
Familiarity with homeschooling environments.
Experience with children's clothing inventory and organization.
Ability to improve upon existing organizational systems.
Comfortable working with a small dog.

Responsibilities

Perform daily household resets including dishes, cleaning surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Maintain and improve existing household organizational systems.
Identify and implement household efficiencies.
Manage seasonal kids' clothing swaps and closet inventory.
Coordinate donation drop-offs and assist with purging rooms.
Support event, holiday, and guest preparation.
Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel.
Care for indoor plants and perform basic maintenance like changing batteries and light bulbs.
Clean and maintain air purifiers.
Manage pantry, fridge, and household supply restocking.
Maintain running household supply lists and place/manage household orders.
Handle returns, dry cleaning, and package sorting.
Prep 2-3 dinners per week and batch cook 2-3 breakfast items weekly.
Prepare lunch items and snacks, accommodating a dairy-free household.
Manage kitchen cleanup and maintenance related to meal support.
Keep laundry moving: wash, dry, fold, and organize, including hang drying parents' clothing.
Rotate linens and towels weekly and remake beds.
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area.
Coordinate pet grooming drop-off/pickup and administer pet medications.
Manage pet supply ordering and inventory.
Schedule and facilitate family vehicle maintenance.
Perform light cleaning and organizing of the family vehicle.
Provide occasional child pickup/drop-off and light backup childcare, including date nights.
Perform occasional targeted deep cleans (refrigerator, oven, baseboards).
Keep mudroom and kitchen counters organized and functional.
Undertake ongoing organizational projects, including purging and refreshing rooms.
Serve as the on-site point of contact for vendors and contractors.
Relay relevant information and updates to the family regarding vendors and property.
Assist with seasonal outdoor furniture and garage resets.