House Manager & Family Assistant w /Meal Prep Support

Title: House Manager & Family Assistant w /Meal Prep Support

Location: Woburn, MA 01801

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

Proposed Start Date: ASAP

Compensation: $30-$35/hour based on experience.

Requirements:

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable transportation
• Up-to-date vaccinations
• CPR certification preferred

Proposed Schedule: Monday - Friday, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Plus occasional date night or weekend availability, as needed.

Description:

We are a busy family of four seeking a highly energetic and proactive House Manager & Meal Prep Assistant. We have two young children (ages 5 and 3.5), one small dog, and two friendly cats. We're looking for a self-starter who can bring energy, structure, and initiative to our home, taking ownership of key tasks like meal prep, laundry, and house organization. The ideal candidate will be flexible and able to adapt to a busy, dynamic household, especially during the afternoons when the family is juggling childcare, work, and daily tasks.

Who You Are / Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a proactive, energetic self-starter who can take initiative and manage daily tasks independently. The ideal candidate will be a critical thinker and able to stay one step ahead in anticipating needs. We need someone who is patient, kind, and has a flexible, can-do attitude. The ability to juggle various tasks, keep things organized, and remain calm during stressful moments is key. Prior House Manager experience is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meal Planning & Preparation:
  • Plan and prepare healthy meals for the family.
  • Batch-cook healthy meals, 5 dinners per week with leftovers for lunch, focusing on variety, protein and vegetable-forward meals.
  • Pack daily school lunches for kids
  • Grocery shopping, meal prep, and pantry organization
  • Clean kitchen post-prep and maintain kitchen tidiness
• Laundry & Linen Care:
  • Manage full laundry cycle (wash, dry, fold, organize) for the family
  • Special care for kids' clothes, including stain checks, folding, and organizing
  • Rotate bedding, refresh towels, and manage linens
  • Develop a laundry system to avoid piles of clothing
• Household Organization & Daily Reset:
  • Maintain household organization systems (closets, toy rotation, pantry, etc.)
  • Reset and tidy rooms daily to keep the home clean and organized
  • Oversee seasonal tasks like clothing swaps, organizing toys, and managing donations
  • Handle Amazon returns, package sorting, and breakdown of cardboard boxes
  • Manage household inventory, including toiletries, supplies, and groceries

• Family Support & Child Assistance:

  • Assist with school/activity pick-ups or drop-offs (mileage reimbursement provided)
  • Light supervision, playtime, or back-up childcare
  • Prep backpacks, clothing, or lunch/snacks for daycare
  • Childcare for occasional date nights with advance notice
• Pet Care:
  • Feed and occasionally walk our dog (2-3x/week)
  • Clean litter boxes and manage daily pet care, as needed
  • Administer dog's skin spray and manage pet supplies
• Vehicle
  • Schedule and oversee maintenance, oil changes, and inspections
  • Ensure vehicles are fueled, cleaned, and organized
• Vendor & Property Oversight:
  • Oversee outdoor spaces and seasonal maintenance needs (e.g., covering outdoor furniture).
  • Serve as the primary contact for vendors and service providers.
• Administrative Support and Additional Household Tasks:
  • Manage family calendars and reminders
  • Receipt tracking for returns
  • Help with special projects like packing for trips and organizing seasonal décor
  • Help with plant care (weekly watering)
  • Occasional weekend flexibility to check on home and cats during family travel

How to Apply:

If you're interested in joining our family, please email us with:

• A brief letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for this position
• Your updated resume
• At least 3 professional references with contact information

Note that this role requires a background check.

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