House Manager & Family Assistant (with meal prep support)

Job Title: House Manager & Family Assistant (with meal prep support)

Location: Herndon, VA 20171

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

Schedule:

3 days per week, 5 hours per day.

Days & Hours: Monday plus flexibility to choose the other two days from Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday within the hours of 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Compensation: $28–30/hour

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements:

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable transportation for commute to work
• Vaccinations (general)
• Legally authorized to work in the US

About Our Family:

We are a busy family of four, with two young children (ages 4 and 1) who keep us on our toes, and a friendly Sheepadoodle who brings lots of joy to our home. Our family is active, and we truly value the time we spend together. We strive to create a home where we can unwind and reconnect after busy days. While both parents work outside the home, we make it a priority to enjoy quality time together whenever we can.

We are looking for someone who feels like a natural fit for our family, bringing a sense of order and calm to our home. We value warmth, reliability, and clear communication and hope to find someone who is self-driven and proactive. We want someone who can anticipate needs and take initiative with confidence and care. Whether it's tidying up after the day's activities or preparing healthy meals, our ideal candidate will help keep things running smoothly, ensuring we can focus more on enjoying family time.

We believe in fostering a supportive and balanced environment where everyone feels at ease. The right person will be a positive presence in our home, contributing to a warm, organized, and stress-free atmosphere where we can all thrive.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For:

We are looking for someone who is highly organized, proactive, and thrives on creating structure. You're the kind of person who naturally takes charge, spotting what needs to be done and tackling it without hesitation. Whether it's managing household systems, staying on top of laundry, meal prep, or tidying up, you will ensure our home remains efficient, well-maintained, and welcoming. We value someone who takes full ownership of their responsibilities, seeing tasks through from start to finish with confidence and care.

You are someone who enjoys creating and maintaining systems that keep everything in place, ensuring our home stays organized and calm. Your attention to detail will be key, whether it's making sure laundry is folded and put away or ensuring meals are prepped thoughtfully with the family's preferences in mind. We appreciate someone who is not only organized but also brings a warm, positive energy into our home. A strong communicator, you'll play an integral role in helping us maintain a balanced and stress-free environment where everyone feels at ease.

In terms of experience, we're seeking someone who has experience in organizing and tidying, meal prep, and managing household tasks efficiently. Your proactive, self-directed work style will be a perfect match for our needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Household Management & Organization

• Create and maintain household organization systems
• Daily resets and prep home for cleaners (1x weekly, Tuesdays)
• Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas)
• Occasional event/holiday/guest prep
• Unpacking for travel
• Change water for flowers as needed
• Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.

Meal Planning & Prep

• Prep healthy meals (3-4x weekly) and snacks (e.g., rinsed and sliced fruits & vegetables)
• Prep simple lunches for adults (3-4x weekly)
• Contribute to grocery list for prepped meals
• Follow dietary needs/preferences (tree nut allergy, overall healthy diet)
• Kitchen clean-up and maintenance

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash/fold/organize laundry
• Ironing/steaming and special garment care
• Linen rotation (hand towels)
• Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas

Inventory

• Manage running household supply lists
• Breakdown boxes, bringing in packages

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
• Refresh garage/mudroom/entry
• Organizational projects (toys/playroom, kids rooms, gear)

Pet Care

• Walking the dog (1x daily 10-15 minutes)
• Feeding as needed

Vendor & Property Oversight

• Oversee cleaners/contractors/landscapers/vendors as needed

Administrative & Personal Assistant Support

• Awareness of family calendars (including household schedules)

How to Apply:

If you're interested in applying for this position, please send:

• A short intro letter explaining why you're a good fit
• An updated resume
• Three professional references with contact information

This role requires a background check.

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