House Manager & Family Assistant

• →Create and maintain household organization systems from the ground up
• →Maintain daily household resets, including the kitchen, living areas, bedrooms, and other frequently used spaces, so the home stays organized and functional between housekeeping visits
• →Handle daily kitchen cleanup, dishes, countertops, and other routine light cleaning to maintain a clean and orderly home
• →Manage seasonal clothing and décor swaps, including post-holiday takedown
• →Coordinate donation drop-offs for outgrown items
• →Pack and unpack for family travel
• →Handle routine home maintenance tasks such as changing batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector checks
• →Oversee and tidy outdoor spaces and backyard areas
• →Identify recurring organizational challenges and proactively implement practical systems that make routines easier and more efficient

• Manage the complete laundry process, including washing, drying, folding, hanging, and putting away clothing and lines
• Maintain a reliable system to ensure school uniforms, sports gear, dance gear, and other frequently needed items are clean, organized, and ready before needed each week
• Steam and iron if/as needed; assist with preparing school and activity outfits in advance
• Rotate linens in partnership with the housekeeper
• Keep laundry areas tidy and consistently stocked

• Provide occasional transportation for activities and handle occasional carpool duty
• Provide occasional childcare support when needed, including supervising children when the parent needs to step out or attend to work responsibilities
• Prep/check backpacks, clothing, and snacks, and work with children to establish independence in these same tasks
• Provide age-appropriate homework and organizational support, including helping children stay on top of scheduled assignments, school supplies, backpacks, and upcoming activities
• Help establish and maintain efficient after-school and evening routines, including preparing for the following school day
• Handle kid-related errands as needed

• Plan, shop for, and prepare simple, healthy, cost-conscious, family meals and snacks approximately 3-4 times per week; focus on easy, practical meals rather than elaborate cooking
• Prepare ingredients and assemble meals in advance for the Suvie Kitchen Robot, allowing meals to be easily placed in appliance for freshly cooked meals
• Help maintain a rotating selection of reliable family meals and use existing ingredients and frozen foods efficiently to reduce food waste and unnecessary takeout.
• Prepare school lunches and snacks for several days at a time, reducing the need for purchased school lunches
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen

• Maintain pantry, refrigerator, freezer, and household supply inventories
• Proactively restock essentials and keep organized shopping lists Shop strategically and cost-consciously, keeping track of commonly used items, comparing prices when practical, and avoiding duplicate purchases and reducing unnecessary spending
• Handle Amazon, Costco, and Target orders and subscriptions
• Manage returns, dry cleaning drop-off and pickup, and gift shopping
• Sort mail and handle packages; with time and established trust, assist with flagging bills and correspondence
• Break down and recycle boxes

• Proactively provide a brief weekly household plan or update highlighting priorities, upcoming activities, activities, meal preparation, errands, and any outstanding items requiring attention
• Take ownership of routine administrative tasks, identifying opportunities to simplify recurring responsibilities to reduce the parent’s administrative workload
• Further PA and Administrative Support As Needed and As Trust Develops, such as:
• • Assist with calendar management, including household and activity schedules
  • Coordinate appointments, including medical and vendor scheduling
  • Support travel planning and logistics
  • Track receipts and assist with household budget monitoring

• Coordinate schedules and responsibilities with the existing housekeeper and dog walker, helping to ensure household needs are covered efficiently without duplication or services
• Research, schedule, and manage vendor quotes and repairs, as needed

• Provide supplemental care for the family golden retriever, including feeding, walks, companionship, and additional coverage on occasional weekends, as agreed in advance
• Be comfortable incorporating pet care into daily household responsibilities and provide additional support when family schedule requires
• Schedule vet and grooming appointments
• Maintain pet supply inventory

• Schedule maintenance for the family vehicle
• Handle fueling, cleaning, and organizing the family vehicle
• Occasional vehicle stocking/restocking with frequently needed items, such as water, snacks, activity supplies, and other essentials, particularly before weekend long tournaments and competitions
• Track registration and insurance renewal dates on the calendar

• Create punch lists for housekeeping staff covering periodic deep cleaning tasks (fridge, oven, baseboards, etc.) and ensure completion
• Take ownership of periodic household organizational projects including closets, entryway/mudroom area, garage, children’s belongings, and storage areas
• Identify and prioritize larger projects to be completed during lighter weeks, school breaks, family vacations, or extra hours on weekends with accompanying pet care, while ensuring that regular household responsibilities remain the first priority

Please submit a short intro letter telling us about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information. Please note that this role requires a background check.

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