Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Organizational & Meal Prep Support)

Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Organizational & Meal Prep Support) Location: Charlotte, NC 28207 Employment Type: Part-Time, 28-35 hours per week (guaranteed 28 hours) Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM, with occasional evening and weekend flexibility for date nights and dog sitting Compensation: $30-35 per hour Start Date: ASAP Requirements Maintain a smoke-free environment Reliable transportation Comfortable with dogs About Our Family We're a family of five navigating the beautiful chaos that comes with raising three school-aged kids. Our home is lively and full of energy- especially when you add our two dogs into the mix: a big, lovable golden retriever and a sweet little cavalier who thinks she runs the place. Life here moves at a steady clip. Between school schedules, sports practices, homework help, and the everyday rhythm of keeping a household humming, there's rarely a dull moment. We're grounded, warm people who value kindness, humor, and respect. We work hard to create a home that feels supportive and well-organized, even when things get busy. We've reached a point where we need consistent, thoughtful support to help bring more ease and order to our days. We're looking for someone we can trust and rely on over time; someone who takes pride in their work, respects our family dynamic, and feels like a natural extension of how our household operates. We're excited to find the right person to grow with us. Who You Are / What We're Looking For You're the person who walks into a room and instantly understands what needs to happen next. You're organized, energetic, and genuinely enjoy the variety that comes with supporting a busy household—no task feels beneath you, and no challenge feels too big. You think like a project manager: you see what needs to be done, you create a plan, and you execute it without needing constant direction. You're warm and engaging, especially with kids, but you also understand professional boundaries. You can read the room—you know when to jump in with energy and when to quietly get things done. You're proactive, not reactive. If you notice the pantry's running low, a light bulb is out, or a space could use some reorganizing, you handle it. You take pride in creating systems that work and leaving things better than you found them. You're flexible and adaptable, but also incredibly dependable. You thrive in homes where every day is a little different, and you genuinely enjoy being the person people can count on. Bonus points if you're comfortable around dogs, love a good organizational challenge, and can stay calm and positive when things get hectic. Most importantly, you're looking for a role where you can truly make a difference and grow with a family over time. You want to feel like an essential part of making a home run smoothly, and you take real satisfaction in that. If this sounds like you, we'd love to meet. Key Responsibilities Household Organization & Maintenance Create and maintain household organization systems Daily resets and prep home for cleaners Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas) Seasonal swaps for clothing, décor, and bedding Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs Event, holiday, and guest preparation Indoor plant care Change batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors Family Support Pickups and drop-offs Light supervision and backup childcare as needed Date night coverage 1-2 times per month Kid-related errands such as picking up school supplies, birthday gifts, and other last-minute needs Laundry & Linen Care Wash, fold, and organize laundry for the entire household, including linens Ironing and steaming clothing and bed linens Special garment care as needed Linen rotation and maintaining tidy, well-stocked laundry areas Meal Planning & Prep Plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks Dinner three times per week (prep-focused: chopping vegetables, marinating proteins, preparing salads) Wash and cut fruit for grab-and-go containers Grocery shopping and restocking pantry and fridge Follow dietary needs/preferences (healthy) Kitchen cleanup and maintenance Administrative & Calendar Support Manage household calendar and coordinate family schedules using Cozy app Event and appointment coordination Travel planning and logistics Receipt and budget tracking for household expenses Bonus: administrative assistance with family business Inventory & Errands Restock pantry/fridge/household supplies Manage running household supply lists Returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping Mail and package handling, including breaking down boxes Vendor & Property Oversight Oversee cleaners/contractors/landscapers/vendors Research and coordinate repairs and quotes Seasonal property maintenance Manage outdoor spaces Deep Cleaning & Special Projects Organizational projects (gear, basement, closets) Oversee cleaners to complete occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards) Refresh garage/mudroom/entry Clean humidifiers/air purifiers Pet Care Schedule vet and grooming appointments Maintain pet supplies Occasional feeding and letting dogs out This role requires a background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sage Haus