Part-Time Household Manager

Sage Haus•Raleigh, NC

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are an active family of six based in Raleigh, NC, with a busy household rhythm built around four kids, two dogs, a cat, and a schedule that moves fast. Life here is full — sports, activities, weekend adventures, and the kind of productive chaos that comes with raising four young children. We love the energy of it, but we also deeply value the quiet moments, and we've worked hard to put solid systems in place to keep things running smoothly. Our household already has a rhythm: a cleaning crew comes weekly, a chef visits every other week, and our home organization systems are freshly established and ready to be maintained. What we're missing is the connective tissue — someone who can step in and keep things humming without needing direction. This is a household where you'll be trusted to provide assistance behind the scenes. We highly value professionalism, mutual respect, and clear boundaries. We are committed to finding the right long-term fit and hope to build a relationship that feels supportive and rewarding for everyone involved. You're calm under pressure, quick on your feet, and the kind of person who spots what needs to be done before being asked. You have a naturally grounded energy — the kind that de-escalates rather than adds to the noise. You can "read the room" and shift seamlessly between focused task mode and warm, engaged support when appropriate. You take initiative but are also open to collaboration. Most importantly: you're flexible, resourceful, and enjoy variety. During the school year, this role will not involve much direct childcare, but it is important that you build rapport with our kids and become a caring presence in their lives. On an average day, we are looking for support with maintaining home organization systems, laundry, errands, pet care, and light meal prep. We are flexible and have varied schedules ourselves, so we are happy to work together to find the best days and times for you to come in each week. What matters most to us is not when things get done, but that they are done! We spend our summers at our Atlantic Beach, NC property, and we'd love for the right person to join us there as well. There will be opportunity for additional hours over the summer as our needs shift toward more family-facing support with camps, guests, and outdoor living. During the summer, we can provide housing accommodations if needed. The rest of the year, housing is not provided.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable transportation required.
CPR and First Aid certification required, or willingness to obtain prior to start.
Ability to navigate multiple levels throughout the day.
Must be comfortable with cats and dogs.

Nice To Haves

During the school year, this role will not involve much direct childcare, but it is important that you build rapport with our kids and become a caring presence in their lives.
During the summer, we can provide housing accommodations if needed.
The rest of the year, housing is not provided.

Responsibilities

Maintain established household organization systems
Daily resets and light tidying between weekly cleaning visits — dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas, emptying small trash cans
Making beds and wiping down bathrooms as needed
Seasonal clothing, bedding, and décor swaps
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
Event, holiday and guest prep
Packing and unpacking assistance for family travel
Indoor plant care and minor household upkeep (batteries, light bulbs, etc.)
In-store and app-based grocery shopping based on family lists, with growing initiative as preferences are learned
Proactive pantry and fridge restocking
Managing returns, dry cleaning drop-off and pickup, and gift shopping
Sorting and managing mail and packages; breaking down boxes
Managing household orders and subscriptions as needed
Light meal prep: chopping vegetables, preparing fruit and snacks, and assembling simple kid-friendly meals as needed
Following family dietary preferences — the family eats primarily organic, grass-fed, and free-range; one family member has a gluten intolerance
Kitchen clean-up and maintenance after prep
Full family laundry — washing, folding, and putting away
Linen rotation
Awareness of garment care, including separation of lights and darks and hang-dry items
Steaming clothing in parents' closets as needed
Keeping laundry area clean and well-stocked
Walking and exercising the younger dog; letting both dogs out throughout the day
Feeding dogs and cat; washing dog bowls regularly
Emptying the robotic litter box as needed (bagged tray system — no direct contact required)
Administering morning and evening medication for the older dog as needed
Scheduling and driving pets to grooming and veterinary appointments as needed
Fueling family vehicles
Taking family vehicles in for scheduled maintenance
Coordinating with the existing mobile car detailer
Assisting with household calendar management, including transferring appointments, updating the family schedule, and helping maintain communication flow between household members regarding scheduling
Managing receipts and tracking expenses incurred in the role
Occasional deep cleans of appliances (fridge, oven)
Refreshing clutter zones such as mudroom
Cleaning and rotating air purifiers and humidifiers
Coordinating and overseeing contractors, cleaners, and landscapers
Researching and scheduling home repairs as needed
Outdoor tidying: picking up toys, managing dog waste between service days, and keeping patio areas clean
School pickup and drop-off as needed
Supervision of children on an occasional basis (date nights, events - may include some overnights)
Prepping school lunches and assembling snacks and backpacks
Kid-related errands as needed (school supplies, activity prep, etc.)
Join the family at the Atlantic Beach property for the summer months (late June through late August) - accommodation available on-site if needed
Summer scope is more child-facing: camp pickups and drop-offs, pool supervision, and stocking and planning for extended guest stays or events
Outdoor and property support including pool area upkeep