House Manager & Family Assistant with Meal Prep Support

House Manager & Family Assistant with Meal Prep SupportLocation: Portland, OR 97221Employment Type: Part-time | 12 hours per weekSchedule: This role follows an alternating weekly schedule aligned with the family's custody and school routine:Parent weeks: 3 consecutive days (M-F) | 7:00 AM to 11:00 AMNon-parent weeks: 3 days | Monday–Friday | Flexible between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PMCompensation: $33–$38 per hour / based on experience.Start Date: ASAPRequirementsMaintain a smoke-free environment.Must be authorized to work in the United States.Reliable personal transportationCandidates are required to be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines (including COVID-19 and influenza), subject to applicable legal accommodations.Comfort working with multiple pets, including cats and dogAbout Our FamilyWe're a down-to-earth blended family navigating the beautiful busyness that comes with raising three school-aged kids (10, 12, and 15), caring for four beloved cats, an Australian Shepherd, and balancing two demanding careers. Our days are full of school schedules, band rehearsals, extracurricular activities, work commitments, and the everyday moments that make a house feel like home.Our children are growing into thoughtful, independent young people with unique interests and personalities. Whether they're immersed in music, gaming, history, or spending time with friends, we love encouraging their curiosity while helping them build confidence and responsibility. Family time matters to us, whether that's enjoying a quiet evening at home, celebrating milestones together, or simply sharing the small moments in between busy schedules.Life moves quickly in our household, and while we're all highly independent and capable, we know that organization and consistent routines are where an extra set of hands would make the biggest difference. We're looking for someone who can help bring structure, consistency, and calm to the moving pieces of daily life, allowing us to spend less time managing logistics and more time simply being together as a family.At the end of the day, we're looking for more than someone to complete a checklist. We hope to find a trusted household partner who enjoys creating order, notices what needs attention before it's asked, and takes genuine pride in making life easier for others. Whether it's helping mornings run more smoothly, organizing a space that's become overwhelming, keeping calendars aligned, or simply ensuring the little things don't fall through the cracks, your work will have a meaningful impact on how our family experiences each day. We hope to find someone who values building a long-term relationship, takes ownership of their role, and finds fulfillment in becoming a trusted, dependable part of our family's everyday life.Who You Are / What We're Looking ForYou're someone who naturally creates order wherever you go. Organized, dependable, and highly self-directed, you genuinely enjoy bringing structure to busy households and helping families feel more at ease. Rather than waiting for instructions, you notice what needs attention, think a few steps ahead, and quietly take ownership. You don't need a detailed checklist to be successful—you walk into a space, assess what's needed, and confidently create a plan to make it better.You're an excellent communicator who values clarity and efficiency. You know when to ask thoughtful questions, when to make informed decisions on your own, and you're comfortable bringing potential concerns or opportunities to our attention before they become bigger issues. We appreciate someone who is resourceful, solutions-oriented, and enjoys finding creative ways to improve how a household functions, whether that's reorganizing a mudroom, streamlining a pantry, or building systems that make everyday life easier.Just as importantly, you're someone who brings a calm, grounding presence into our home. You're warm with children, genuinely enjoy animals, and understand how to balance professionalism with approachability. You respect healthy boundaries while naturally becoming a trusted part of the household, making life easier without needing to be the center of attention. You take pride in supporting others behind the scenes and find fulfillment in knowing your work creates more time, less stress, and greater peace of mind for the families you serve.Key ResponsibilitiesFamily SupportSupport the morning routine on school days: preparing backpacks, clothing, lunches, and medicationsOccasional pick-ups and drop-offs for kids' activities as neededKid-related errands during the school year and summerOccasional house sitting and pet sitting when the family travelsHousehold Organization & MaintenanceCreate and maintain household organization systems throughout the homeDaily resets: dishes, surface tidying, vacuuming high-traffic areas, and running robot vacuumsPrep the home before the monthly cleaner arrivesSeasonal swaps for clothing, decor, and bedding (including holidays)Packing and unpacking support for family travelIndoor and outdoor plant care and wateringReplace batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors as neededManage outdoor patio furniture, including covering and refreshing during rainDeep Cleaning & Special ProjectsRefresh and reorganize the garage, mudroom, and entrywayClean and maintain HVAC filters, dehumidifiers, and air purifiersOngoing and one-off organizational projects (closets, gear, toys)Inventory & ErrandsMaintain and manage running household supply listsRestock pantry, fridge, and household essentialsManage household subscriptions (Dropps, Chewy, + Who Gives a Crap)Store pick-ups, returns, and occasional gift shoppingMail and package handling; breaking down boxesCoordinate and ship items for online resale (eBay or similar platforms); willingness to learn if not already familiarMeal SupportFor Parent weeks: Grocery shopping, batch prep easy breakfasts and healthy after-school snacks + prepare school lunches for the kidsManage the planning and preparation for one family dinner each week, including meal planning, grocery shopping, and ingredient prep—no cooking required.Follow gluten-free dietary requirements carefully (one household member has celiac disease)Kitchen cleanup and maintenance throughout the dayLaundry & LinensWash, dry, fold, and put away laundry for the family and kidsWeekly linen and bedding rotationMaintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry areaPet CareFeed and walk the dog dailyClean cat litter boxes regularlySchedule vet and grooming appointments for all petsAdminister flea treatments as neededMaintain pet supplies and manage the Chewy subscriptionVehicle UpkeepClean, vacuum, and organize the family vehicleFuel the family vehicle as neededVendor & Property OversightServe as the primary point of contact for the bi-weekly landscaper and monthly house cleanerResearch and coordinate contractor quotes for repairs and home projectsSchedule and oversee seasonal property maintenance (e.g., pressure washing)Administrative & Personal Assistant SupportManage the household calendar, including kids' extracurriculars, appointments, and family activitiesSupport with bill payment and budget/receipt tracking