House Manager & Meal Prep

We are a busy family of three (child aged 4), looking for a reliable and detail-oriented house manager to assist with household management, cleaning and meal preparation. Our ideal candidate is detail oriented, highly organized, proactive, and comfortable in large family settings. We value someone who can take initiative and help keep our home running smoothly. Note: this position does not include childcare.

Employment Type: Part-time (15-20 hours/week)

Proposed Start Date: ASAP

Compensation: $25+/hour based on experience

Requirements: Non-smoker, pass background check, has transportation

Proposed Schedule: Monday / Wednesday / Friday. Flexible hours, primarily during the day between 9-4pm.

Key Responsibilities:

Household Management & Organization:

- Decluttering projects: organization, donations, etc.

- Keep closets and drawers organized, including seasonal clothing management, packing/storing, and creating lists for kids' clothing needs.

- Manage linen closet, walk-in closet and basement organization.

- Maintain organization and cleanliness of refrigerators.

- Prepare and coordinate donations and pickups.

- Coordinate with cleaners to ensure the house is well-maintained, and restock/refill necessary supplies.

- Manage household items like pantry staples, kitchen groceries, and supplies.

- Keep track of and manage Amazon, Costco, Target, and other shopping needs.

Meal Preparation (2-3 nights/week):

- Prepare a menu for the week, ensuring meals are planned and ready to reduce stress on busy days.

- Prepare 2-3 simple, healthy dinner meals.

- Grocery shopping for meal prep and pantry staples.

Errands & Household Tasks:

- Run local errands such as dry cleaning, groceries, gift wrapping, returns.

- Assist with special tasks like packing for kids’ trips, and managing home projects (e.g., toy closet and storage maintenance).

- Clothing resale management: photos, labeling, shipping, etc.

Social Event Planning & Execution

- Assisting in hosting guests for meals and events.

- Shopping, preparing, setting up and cleaning up for events and social family & friend gatherings.

Additional Information:

Availability and hours are flexible and can be discussed during the interview process, though Wednesdays are particularly important. We also value someone who can handle ad-hoc tasks that arise in a busy household.

How to Apply:

If interested, please email me:

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

Your updated resume, including 3 references with contact information.