House Manager & Family Assistant

House Manager & Family AssistantLocation: Pacific Palisades, CA 90272Employment Type: (25-40 hours/week)Schedule: Monday to Friday, with flexibility to work one weekend day; flexibility to house-sit during travel, as needed.Compensation: $32–$40/hour, depending on experience and qualificationsStart Date: ASAPAbout Our FamilyWe are a lovely, close-knit family who values quality time together. While we cherish our family moments, we also lead busy lives and require support to keep everything running smoothly. With three children and a range of activities, we need help managing daily logistics, driving to and from practices, and ensuring the house stays organized and well-maintained. We prioritize a calm, balanced environment where everyone can thrive.Our family enjoys a healthy lifestyle, appreciates routine, and values open communication. We're looking for someone who can seamlessly integrate into our home, provide support where needed, and help us manage the busy aspects of our lives while respecting our peaceful, family-focused atmosphere.Who You Are / What We're Looking ForWe're seeking a reliable, responsible, and calm individual with a great sense of ownership over their tasks. You're highly detail-oriented and proactive in completing household tasks independently. The ideal candidate is comfortable supporting our busy schedules, which often involve driving to activities. You'll assist with organizing the home, helping with meal prep and grocery shopping, and managing errands. You enjoy taking interest in other people, especially children. You are a good listener and can adeptly manage the kids' wishes with their parents' guidelines. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys working in a family-oriented environment and wants to be part of a supportive, dynamic household.We value clear, direct communication and respect for our family culture, which includes a healthy lifestyle and non-intrusive presence. Ideally, you are someone with a cultural affinity for the family and you're looking to engage with our family in a meaningful way. You understand different cultural norms and have a discerning eye, great judgment, and common sense. You bring a calm energy to the home and are practical, reliable, with excellent follow-through. You take ownership of your tasks and are proactive, always seeing things out of place and fixing them without needing to be asked.You seek to enable how the family operates best and have a genuine interest in becoming part of their routine. You value a healthy lifestyle, healthy home practices, and strive for a good routine.Key Responsibilities:Family Support & Child AssistancePick-up/drop-offs for school and activitiesBackup childcareHousehold Management & OrganizationCreate and/or Maintain household organization systemsDaily resets and prep home for cleanersLight tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas)Seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding)Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offsEvent/holiday/guest prepPacking/unpacking for travelIndoor plant careChange batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.Meal Planning & PrepHelp with meal prep (grocery shopping, chopping vegetables)Follow healthy diet needs/preferencesMaintain kitchen tidiness, cleaning after meal prepDeep Cleaning & Special ProjectsRefresh garage/mudroom/entryClean humidifiers/air purifiers, other special cleaning tasks as neededOrganizational projects (toys, closets, gear)Assembly of small furnitureInventory & ErrandsRestock pantry/fridge/household suppliesManage running household supply lists and orders (Amazon, Costco, etc.)Handle dry cleaning, returns, gift shopping, and mail/packagesBreakdown boxes and recycling managementMail and package handling, Amazon returnsPet CareFeed/walk pets, schedule vet/grooming appointmentsMaintain pet suppliesVehicle ManagementSchedule vehicle maintenanceFuel, clean, and organize vehiclesTrack registration/insuranceVendor & Property OversightCoordinate with cleaners, contractors, landscapersResearch/coordinate repairs and quotes for household needsManage outdoor spaces (clean up pool toys)Administrative & Personal Assistant SupportTravel planning and logisticsCalendar management (family and household scheduling)Receipt/budget trackingEvent and appointment coordinationRequirementsMaintain a smoke-free environmentReliable transportationFragrance-freeComfortable with petsHow to Apply:If interested, please email me with the following: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.Please note the role requires a background checkDisclaimer: When you apply with Sage Haus, you'll also be added to our candidate community email list so we can share hiring updates, resources, and opportunities. Don't worry — you can unsubscribe at any time if it's not for you.