House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Job Title: House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Employment Type: Part-time (20–25 hours per week)

Location: Washington, DC 20012

Proposed Start Date: ASAP

Compensation: $35–38/hour based on experience; this is a W-2 position.

Requirements:

- Maintain a smoke-free environment.

- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

- Pass background check.

- Up-to-date on routine vaccinations (MMR + Covid required, flu preferred).

- Comfortable around large dogs (future pets).

Proposed Schedule:

- Preferred schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with flexibility for daytime to early evening hours.

- Core availability: 9:30 AM–5:30 PM window, with potential for occasional childcare pickups or extended hours as needed.

About The Family:

We’re a warm, progressive family of three living in Northwest DC, with one child (age 2) with plans to grow. Our daughter attends daycare full-time. We plan to get a dog soon, and may have another child in the near future. Both parents work full-time and like many busy families, we often find ourselves balancing demanding work schedules, parenting, as well as managing the household.

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented house manager who can bring calm, order, and systems to our busy household. The ideal person is warm, reliable, and communicative—someone who takes initiative, anticipates needs, and helps our home run smoothly so we can focus more of our energy on family time and less on the constant “to-do” list. We value a collaborative, easygoing partnership built on trust and mutual respect.

Who You Are / What We’re Looking For

You’re kind, proactive, and systems-minded—someone who can see what needs to be done and take initiative. You enjoy working in partnership with a family that values open communication and collaboration. You’re organized, comfortable around pets, toddlers, and newborns, and enjoy bringing efficiency and flow to a home.

You’ll fit right in if you:

- Are practical, appreciate efficiency, and love to create order.

- Enjoy cooking, planning, and bringing creativity to family meals.

- Are comfortable around children and enjoy being a reliable presence for others.

- Like dogs and are comfortable with pet care routines.

- Value inclusivity and progressive ideals.

- Are comfortable managing projects independently and collaborating on priorities with both parents.

Key Responsibilities:

Household Organization & Maintenance

- Reset and tidy common areas daily (especially kitchen island and play areas).

- Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas, taking out trash/recycling.

- Maintain overall neatness, decluttering, dusting, ensure home is prepped for bi-weekly cleaning services.

- Tackle periodic deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, etc.)

- Maintain and clean appliances periodically such as humidifiers or washing machines.

- Develop and maintain household systems for storage, closets, kitchen, toys, and paperwork.

- Conduct seasonal swaps (clothing, bedding, sizing up on children’s clothing, etc.).

- Prepare and coordinate donation drop offs and pick ups.

- Support packing/unpacking for travel.

Meal Planning & Preparation

- Plan and prepare simple family dinners 4-5 nights per week.

- Batch cook breakfasts for easy options for our child.

- Shop for groceries and meal-related items.

- Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness.

Laundry & Linens

- Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (e.g., clothing, bedding, towels).

- Iron, steam, and prepare outfits as needed.

- Manage linens: rotate bedding, refresh towels, restock essentials.

Inventory & Errands

- Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, household supplies.

- Coordinate and manage household orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.)

- Run errands: grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping.

- Handle package pickup, mail sorting, and deliveries.

Pet Care

- Periodically feed, walk, and provide care for future family dog(s).

-Schedule and coordinate vet appointments and dog care for times we’re on vacation.

Vehicle Management

- Schedule and oversee maintenance, oil changes, and inspections.

- Ensure vehicles are fueled, cleaned, and organized.

- Track registration, insurance, and service schedules.

Vendor & Property Oversight

- Schedule and supervise service providers for maintenance as needed.

- Research and coordinate repairs, maintenance, and quotes.

- Oversee outdoor spaces and seasonal maintenance needs.

- Assist with household projects as needed.

Family Support & Child Assistance

- Assist with daycare pickup 2 days per week.

- Provide light childcare support and home transitions when needed.

- Be open to providing back up child care as needed.

- Offer flexibility for future family expansion and evolving needs.

How to Apply:

Please apply directly using the following link: https://sage-haus.breezy.hr/p/bbf6ae56fcc2-house-manager-family-assistant-with-meal-prep-support and ensure to include the following with your application:

- A brief letter explaining why you believe you would be a great fit for this position.

- Your updated resume

- Three professional references with contact information.

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