Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

• →Maintain and build upon the family's existing household organization systems
• →Identify organizational needs and take ownership of projects, including children's closets, clothing rotations, seasonal swaps, and shared spaces
• →Sort outgrown clothing and household items and coordinate donations and drop-offs
• →Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel
• →Anticipate seasonal and upcoming household needs, preparing ahead for holidays, guests, and special occasions
• →Coordinate with household vendors and maintenance teams when access or on-site support is needed, keeping the family informed of anything requiring attention
• →Follow up with regular vendors to ensure work is being completed in a timely, consistent manner

• Maintain visibility into the children's schedules, activities, appointments, and upcoming school events, monitoring school communications, sports apps, and other family updates to ensure nothing is overlooked
• Look ahead at the family calendar and proactively identify what needs to be prepared, purchased, scheduled, or communicated
• Help coordinate school-related details, appointments, parent-teacher conferences, and other family logistics
• Maintain simple records and tracking systems for household preferences, purchases, gifts, and other recurring details
• Grow into more active calendar and administrative management as familiarity and trust develop

• Plan and prepare healthy, family-friendly dinners for the children throughout the week, with occasional meals for the adults and breakfasts as time and needs allow
• Communicate meal ideas and plans with the family in advance, coordinating recipes and preparation around the weekly schedule
• Grocery shop in person or online, organize and put away groceries, and restock frequently used items
• Prepare fresh produce, proteins, and other staples in batches 1-2 times per week, creating convenient, healthy grab-and-go snacks, school lunches, and meal options for the children
• Adapt meals to the family's preferences, including a gluten-free-leaning approach when possible, while finding creative ways to make nutritious foods appealing to children
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen following meal preparation

• Monitor and restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies, maintaining awareness of frequently used items
• Manage household orders and subscriptions, supply lists, and returns
• Handle mail and packages, including opening, sorting, and breaking down boxes
• Run household errands as requested (e.g. miscellaneous pickups, donation drop-offs)
• Coordinate and track thoughtful gifting throughout the year, including teacher gifts, holidays, birthdays, and other special occasions, helping the family stay organized and avoid duplicate purchases
• Assist with holiday preparation, including shopping, wrapping, holiday cards, and coordinating seasonal details
• Help prepare for family gatherings, guests, and special events in collaboration with the family and existing support team

• Offer occasional backup support when there are unexpected gaps in childcare coverage
• Assist with school pickups, drop-offs, and child-related errands as needed
• Help the family stay ahead of the children's changing needs and routines while working collaboratively with the existing childcare team

• Provide backup support with children's laundry as needed, including washing, folding, and coordinating with the children to ensure items are put away
• Help establish and maintain practical systems that encourage the children to participate in putting away their belongings

• Make occasional visits to the family's nearby guest property to collect packages, check that the home is in order, and ensure it is stocked and ready for family or guests
• Communicate any needs or concerns to the family and coordinate with the existing housekeeping or maintenance teams as needed

• A short introduction letter
• An updated resume
• Three professional references with contact information

Note: This role requires a background check.

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