House Manager & Family Assistant

House Manager & Family Assistant

Location: Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (flexible hours as needed)

Compensation: $28–32/hour

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable transportation (family vehicle provided for errands and child transport)
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain

About Our Family

We're a busy and close-knit family of five living in beautiful Mount Pleasant, SC, along with our sweet rescue dog. Our home is lively and full of energy, with three kids, busy schedules, and lots of activity between work, school, and family life.

Mom runs her own business from home and occasionally travels for work, while Dad works full-time outside of the home. Because of this, the role naturally blends support for both the household and Mom's business operations. Some days may focus more on home management, while others may involve helping keep business logistics organized. Flexibility and communication are key as priorities shift throughout the week.

At the heart of it all, we're looking for someone who truly becomes a trusted support to the whole family—someone who enjoys helping things run smoothly behind the scenes so we can focus on spending time together and staying present with our kids. We care deeply about finding the right person for this role and hope to build a long-term relationship with someone who feels valued and enjoys being part of our home.

This position has a lot of room to grow and evolve over time depending on your strengths and interests, and we're happy to collaborate on shaping the role in a way that works well for everyone.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

We're looking for a warm, capable, and thoughtful individual who enjoys bringing organization and calm to busy environments. You're someone who naturally notices what needs to be done, takes initiative, and enjoys helping make life a little easier for the people around you.

You're dependable, positive, and comfortable working independently while staying in communication with the family. A strong sense of organization and a "project manager" mindset will help you thrive in this role, as you'll help maintain systems that support both the household and Mom's business needs.

You're also comfortable in the kitchen and happy to assist with simple meal prep and keeping the kitchen organized and allergen-safe. Most importantly, you bring a helpful, can-do attitude and are the type of person who is happy to jump in wherever needed — whether that's managing household logistics, helping with schedules, or simply keeping things running smoothly day to day.

Above all, we're hoping to find someone who genuinely enjoys supporting our life and takes pride in lightening the mental load so our home can feel calm, organized, and welcoming.

Key Responsibilities

Household Management & Organization

• Maintain household organization systems (closets, storage, pantry, toys)
• Reset and tidy rooms daily; maintain overall neatness, ensure the home is prepped for cleaning services (2x monthly)
• Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas, especially the kitchen
• Oversee household schedules and calendars, especially school-related events
• Conduct seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding, etc.)
• Prepare for family events, holidays, and guest stays
• Prepare and coordinate donation drop offs and pick ups
• Support packing/unpacking for travel for kids
• Supervise or coordinate with service providers/vendors (handymen, cleaners, landscapers)

Administrative & Personal Assistant Support

• Manage family calendars and reminders
• Assist with coordination of appointments, events, and guest prep
• Help with travel planning, scheduling, and logistics
• Handle basic budgeting or receipt tracking

Inventory Management & Errands

• Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, household supplies
• Create and manage running household supply lists
• Coordinate and manage household orders (Amazon, Costco, Target)
• Run errands: grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, prescriptions
• Handle package pickup, mail sorting, deliveries

Meal Planning & Preparation

• Plan and prep healthy meals/snacks for adults and kids, focusing on dietary restrictions (gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein)
• Pack school lunches daily for 2 kids
• Batch-cook weekly meals (3-5x weekly, using meal delivery kits)
• Shop for groceries and meal-related items
• Ensure kitchen safety and prevent cross-contamination due to gluten allergy
• Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (e.g., clothing, bedding, towels)
• Occasionally iron, steam outfits, and prepare outfits as needed
• Manage linens: rotate bedding, refresh towels, restock essentials
• Monthly maintenance of couch covers (indoor and outdoor)
• Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies
• Handle special care for delicates or uniforms

Pet Care

• Occasionally feed and walk the dog
• Available to dog-sit during family travel, as needed
• Schedule and coordinate vet, grooming, or daycare appointments
• Keep pet supplies stocked and organized

Vehicle Management

• Schedule and oversee vehicle maintenance, oil changes, and inspections
• Ensure vehicles are fueled, cleaned, and organized
• Track registration, insurance, and service schedules

Vendor & Property Oversight

• Schedule and supervise service providers (cleaners, contractors, landscapers)
• Research and coordinate repairs, maintenance, and quotes
• Manage routine upkeep across the property
• Oversee outdoor spaces and seasonal maintenance needs
• Serve as primary contact for vendors or guests
• Oversee property-specific systems (e.g., HVAC annual maintenance coordination)

Family Support & Child Assistance

• Assist with school/activity pick-ups or drop-offs
• Occasional light supervision as needed
• Help with child-related laundry or errands

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Maintain and refresh specific zones (entryways, mudroom, pantry)
• Organize special projects: toy storage, seasonal decorations, gear rotation, mudroom and pantry organization

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A brief intro letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for this role
• An updated resume
• Three professional references with contact info

This role requires a background check.