House Manager with Meal Prep Expertise

House Manager with Meal Prep SupportWe are a professional couple based in Menlo Park with a friendly one-year-old mini Bernedoodle and a beautiful cat. Both of us work full-time, one in a hybrid office schedule, the other primarily from home. We are seeking a proactive, trustworthy, and detail-oriented House Manager to help keep our home running smoothly.We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys creating order, loves to cook, and finds satisfaction in supporting a busy household with calm, consistent care. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, values clear communication, and thrives in a supportive and respectful environment.Who You AreYou're calm, organized, and quietly confident. You take initiative, anticipate needs, and love creating systems that make daily life easier. You're also a strong cook—comfortable preparing paleo-inspired, gluten-free, and dairy-free meals, and able to plan, shop for, and prepare 2–3 healthy dinners each week with extra portions for later.You're the kind of person who notices when supplies are low, enjoys managing household logistics, and communicates clearly when something needs attention. You appreciate a tidy, well-run home and take pride in bringing structure and ease to others' lives.Key ResponsibilitiesHousehold ManagementMaintain an organized and well-functioning home environmentTidy and reset rooms daily (not full cleaning — weekly cleaning service remains in place)Oversee organization of closets, drawers, pantry, and storage areasManage household inventory and restock supplies (pantry staples, toiletries, cleaning products)Coordinate with home vendors and service providers as neededHandle errands such as returns, post office runs, and deliveriesManage and maintain family vehicle (e.g., schedule washes and servicing)Support with travel planning, scheduling, and household logisticsMeal Planning & PrepPlan, shop for, and prepare 2–3 simple, healthy meals per weekFocus on paleo-style cooking (meat, fish, fruits, vegetables) for one adult and a mixed approach for the otherConfident cooking gluten- and dairy-free dishesGrocery shopping and kitchen restockingMaintain clean, organized kitchen and appliancesCollaborate to create a rotating menu of favorite recipesLaundry & LinensWash, fold, and put away laundry (including bedding and towels)Steam or iron clothing as neededRotate and refresh linens regularlyPet CareLight support for Maui (dog) and Iris (cat)Dog walks or daycare drop-offs 2–3 times per weekKeep pet food and supplies stocked and organizedOccasional pet check-ins while family travelsProjects & EventsPrep home for holidays, guests, or gatheringsAssist with packing/unpacking and trip preparationHouse sitting or oversight while family travelsIdeal TraitsHighly organized and self-motivated with excellent attention to detailCalm, kind, and dependable with a strong sense of initiativeSkilled at planning, scheduling, and communicationEnjoys cooking and familiar with dietary preferences and restrictionsTech-savvy and comfortable managing digital lists and household systemsFlexible and professional with a positive, can-do attitudeHow to ApplyIf this sounds like a great fit for you, please email with:A short note explaining why this role interests youYour updated resumeAt least three professional references (with contact information)