House Manager

• Maintain a smoke-free environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.
• Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the workday.
• NDA required prior to start.
• Fragrance-free preferred.

We are a busy, warm, and active household with a lot of moving parts. With three kids who are constantly on the go between school and various activities, plus our two energetic dogs, our days move fast from morning until night.

Our household runs on a thoughtful division of responsibilities. One parent works full-time in the office, while the other has been running the household full time. Now that all three are in school, we’re looking forward to having more time to pursue personal interests and be fully present when we are all at home. With household tasks, school logistics, sports schedules, and two dogs to care for, we’d welcome a steady, capable presence who can take ownership of the day-to-day rhythm and help keep everything running smoothly.

Above all, building a trusting, long-term relationship based on mutual respect is essential to us. Privacy and discretion matter deeply to our family, and we want to partner with someone who understands, values, and respects that boundaries are a central part of our home life.

We thrive on open communication, clear expectations, and a collaborative spirit. Having someone step into our space with a calm, capable mindset will give our household the consistency it needs to run at its absolute best.

You are a systems thinker who takes pride in creating order and maintaining it. You are warm and personable, but you also understand the professional nature of this role. You are organized, creative in your approach to household systems, and confident working independently as the ultimate reset for the home.

Trustworthiness and discretion are at the core of who you are. While childcare is not a focus of this role, you serve as the steady force that keeps things moving behind the scenes. Whether you are resetting the house after the morning rush, planning a week of meals, or organizing the laundry, you bring the same dedicated attention and follow-through to every task. You take complete ownership of your responsibilities, ensuring that nothing falls through the cracks and that every system runs seamlessly.

The right fit here is someone who genuinely enjoys running a household well and finds satisfaction in a home that functions smoothly. You take pride in anticipating needs before they arise and crafting routines that bring ease to a busy family's daily life. Ultimately, you are looking to build a steady, long-term partnership where your organizational talents and proactive mindset are truly valued.

• Perform daily resets, light tidying, dishes, surface wipe-downs, and vacuuming of high-traffic areas.
• Create and maintain household organization systems; new system suggestions are welcome and encouraged.
• Manage seasonal clothing and décor swaps; support the family's ongoing decluttering efforts.
• Coordinate and drop off donations.
• Handle general home upkeep as needed: batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, and similar tasks.
• Prep the home ahead of bi-weekly cleaner visits.
• Fridge refresh, organization and upkeep
• Organizational projects as needed: toys, gear, closets, and pantries.
• Support packing and unpacking for family travel.

• Wash, fold, organize, and put away laundry for the whole family.
• Rotate bedding and towels.
• Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area.

• Manage running household supply lists and restock pantry, fridge, and household essentials.
• Manage Amazon and Whole Foods orders and subscriptions.
• Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-off, gift shopping, mail, and package management including breaking down boxes

• Create weekly dinner plans
• Dinner preparation three nights per week.
• Prepare school lunches and snacks 2x week
• Grocery shopping as needed.
• Kitchen cleanup after cooking.

• Prepare extracurricular bags, clothing, and snacks for activities.
• Calendar management: school schedules, household appointments, and event coordination.
• Occasional travel planning support as needed.

• Schedule maintenance for family vehicles.
• Track registration and insurance.
• Fuel and clean family vehicles as needed.

• Light coordination with cleaners and landscapers on an as-needed basis.
• Research and coordinate home repairs and quotes.
• Light outdoor patio refresh as needed.

• Vet and grooming appointments for the family dogs; maintain pet supplies.
• Let dogs out in the yard during the day as needed.

Please submit a short intro letter, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information. This role requires a background check.

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