House Manager & Family Assistant (with Childcare and Meal Prep Support)

• →After-school pickups and drop-offs
• →Supervision and backup childcare during afternoon hours
• →Weekly date night coverage, with flexibility for additional coverage when a parent travels
• →Prep backpacks, clothing, and daily snacks; handle kid-related errands as needed

• Daily resets so the home feels calm and clear when the family arrives; prep home for biweekly cleaners
• Light tidying throughout the day: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas
• Create and/or maintain household organization systems
• Seasonal swaps for clothing, decor, and bedding
• Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
• Event/holiday/guest prep
• Packing/unpacking for travel
• Indoor plant care
• Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.

• Plan and prep 3 to 4 dinners per week with a leftovers mindset (prep-style focus: marinated proteins, chopped vegetables, clear reheating instructions; full execution a welcome bonus)
• Prep school lunches and snacks 3 to 4 times per week (child requires 2 to 3 snacks daily)
• Prepare healthy snacks for the household (washed and cut fruit, etc.)
• Accommodate dietary needs: one adult follows a gluten-free diet; one adult has a crustacean and nut allergy
• Kitchen cleanup and maintenance
• Manage grocery shopping, including oversight of an online grocery account

• Wash, fold, and organize laundry for the whole family, including linens
• Special garment care (as needed)
• Linen rotation
• Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area

• Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies; manage running supply lists
• Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target/Whole Foods)
• Returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
• Mail and package handling
• Breakdown boxes

• Evening feeding for two cats
• Litter box maintenance and water fountain cleaning
• Maintain pet supplies

• Oversee occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, and similar)
• Refresh entryway, mudroom, and garage as needed
• Clean humidifiers/air purifiers
• Ongoing organizational projects in coordination with the family (toys, gear, art supplies, basement)

• Occasionally: schedule and take vehicle for maintenance
• Occasionally: Fueling/cleaning/organizing vehicles

• Research/coordinate repairs and quotes
• Seasonal outdoor maintenance assistance: garden watering, outdoor furniture care

• Maintain awareness of the family calendar and household schedules
• Provide proactive reminders for upcoming events, deadlines, and appointments
• Event and appointment coordination as needed
• Receipt and budget tracking for expenses incurred in the house manager role

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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