House Manager / Family Assistant

House Manager / Family AssistantLocation: Playa Vista, CA 90094Employment Type: Part-time | 20-25 hours per weekSchedule: 3–4 days/week, generally 11:00 AM–6:00 PM. Mondays and Tuesdays preferred; other days flexible. Occasional additional flexibility appreciatedCompensation: $30-$35 per hourStart Date: ASAPRequirements:Maintain a smoke-free environment.Must be authorized to work in the United StatesReliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement providedFragrance-freeCandidates 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 accommodationsCurrent CPR and First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain)Comfortable working in a home with catsBilingual in Mandarin is a plusAbout Our FamilyWe are a busy, warm, and close-knit family of five living in Playa Vista, with three young kids who keep life wonderfully full and fast-paced. Our household runs on a tag-team approach — both parents are active and involved, though our schedules pull us in different directions throughout the day and week. One parent commutes to a nearby city each morning, while the other works an intensive afternoon and evening schedule with regular travel for work. That overlap in the afternoon hours is where things can get stretched thin, and where the right support makes all the difference.We love good food, we travel as a family often, and we genuinely enjoy our home — we just need help keeping up with it. Our household has a warm, lived-in energy. There are always activities on the calendar, seasonal things to tackle, and a steady rhythm of errands, meals, and logistics to manage. We have two cats and a rotating cast of kids' sports gear, events, and household supplies that all need a thoughtful hand.Through having support in our home, we've learned how valuable it is to have someone who can truly become a trusted and integral part of the household. We're looking for someone who is naturally proactive, notices what needs attention, and feels comfortable taking ownership without needing a lot of day-to-day direction. Open communication is important to us, and we want this person to feel comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas, and helping us find better or easier ways to keep things running smoothly.More than anything, we're hoping to build a genuine, long-term partnership with someone who enjoys being part of an active family and takes pride in creating a home that feels organized, supported, and cared for. Our days can be busy and plans can shift, so someone who can roll with the rhythm of family life, anticipate what might be helpful, and bring a calm, capable presence to the household will fit in beautifully.Who You Are / What We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate is warm, sharp, energetic, and naturally proactive — someone who notices what needs attention, thinks a few steps ahead, and feels comfortable taking ownership once they understand how the household runs. You're detail-oriented, pick up systems quickly, and retain what you've learned so you can apply it consistently without needing a lot of day-to-day direction.You're also a thoughtful communicator who, especially in the beginning, isn't afraid to ask questions or check in as you get to know the family's preferences and how the household runs. You keep the family informed, flag things that may need attention, and communicate openly along the way.You bring warmth and positive energy into the home and genuinely enjoy being around children. While this is not a primary childcare role — the family has a long-term nanny/godmother figure who provides much of their regular childcare support — the kids are an active part of the household, so being friendly, engaging, and comfortable occasionally helping with transportation or supervision is important.You're flexible and willing to jump in wherever support is most useful, whether that means reorganizing a space, helping with meal prep, tackling a hands-on household project, shifting priorities when plans change, or stepping slightly outside a defined task list when the day calls for it. You're not afraid to roll up your sleeves and approach both the small details and bigger projects with the same level of care.Above all, the family is looking for someone kind, capable, self-directed, and easy to have in their home — someone who can become a trusted part of the household and help create a greater sense of organization and ease in their day-to-day lives.Key ResponsibilitiesHousehold Organization & MaintenanceCreate and maintain household organization systems throughout the homeDaily resets and light tidying — dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areasPrepare home for monthly cleaner visitsSeasonal swaps for children's clothing, décor, and beddingPrepare and coordinate donation drop-offsEvent, holiday, and guest prep as neededPacking and unpacking support for family travel (children's items)Indoor plant care (minimal; home uses self-watering systems)Laundry & LinensFull laundry support: washing, folding, and organizingSpray treatment and special garment handlingSteaming; minimal ironingLinen rotation between monthly cleaner visitsMaintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areasInventory & ErrandsRestock pantry, fridge, and household supplies via deliveries and shared shopping cartsBuild and manage a running list of household staples and preferred storesManage household orders and subscriptions, with attention to overstockingHandle returnsGift shopping for kids' birthday parties and other occasionsMail and package handling, including breaking down boxesGrocery shopping at local storesMeal SupportBatch cooking 1-2 times per week; ingredient prep (dicing, prepping) on other daysPrepare healthy meals and snacks for the familyPrep school lunches, including using dinner leftovers creativelyFollow and maintain awareness of dietary needs, including one child's nut and seafood allergies (macadamia nuts, walnuts, shrimp, mango skin)Kitchen clean-up and ongoing maintenanceDeep Cleaning & Special ProjectsOccasional deep cleans: fridge, going through expired itemsGarage organization assistance (occasional)Clean and maintain humidifiers and air purifiers (for allergy management)Organizational projects for toys, sports gear, and kids' belongingsVehicle UpkeepOccasional cleaning and tidying of the family vehicleSchedule routine maintenance as needed (infrequent)Family SupportBackup support for activity pick-ups and drop-offs as schedules developLight supervision and backup childcare support a few times per year when regular childcare is unavailableKid-related errandsAdministrative & Personal Assistant SupportCalendar management: adding kids' activities, appointments, and family logisticsTravel planning and logistics support (flight research, booking assistance)Receipt and budget tracking for household purchasesEvent and appointment coordination, including birthday partiesVendor & Property OversightOversee and coordinate with house cleaners, contractors, and landscapersResearch and coordinate repairs and quotes as neededSeasonal property maintenance (minimal)Manage outdoor spacesPet CareOccasional feeding support