House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Job Title : House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

Location: Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

Employment Type : Part-time (~15 hours/week)

Proposed Start Date : ASAP

Compensation : $32-38/hour, based on experience

Requirements :

• Can maintain a smoke-free environment
• Can pass background check
• Has reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement available for errands completed during working hours)
• Able to communicate professionally
• Comfortable with pet care and occasional light childcare assistance
• Able to follow detailed directions and adapt to family preferences
• Basic cooking skills; experience or confidence in preparing flavorful, well-seasoned meals is strongly preferred
• Appreciation for cooking proteins to ideal temperatures and creating dishes with good flavor and balance

Proposed Schedule : Monday-Thursday, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Description:

We are a busy family of three with a 3-year-old child and a senior dog, seeking an experienced, detail-oriented House Manager & Family Assistant to help streamline our home operations. Parents both have demanding careers as entrepreneurs and a physician, so we need a proactive, organized, and professional individual to assist with household management, meal preparation, pet care, and occasional childcare support.

Our ideal candidate is someone who takes initiative, communicates clearly, and manages tasks independently with minimal supervision. They should be highly organized, competent, and comfortable juggling a wide range of responsibilities-from routine errands to occasional deep cleaning. We're also hoping to find someone with cooking experience or who genuinely considers themselves a good home cook. We appreciate well-seasoned food, balanced flavors, good sauces, and proteins cooked to ideal-not overdone-temperatures. You don't need to be a chef, but we do want the meals prepared each week to be enjoyable and thoughtfully executed.

Who We're Looking For :

The ideal candidate is someone who is mature, competent, organized, and able to work independently. You should be able to take on a variety of tasks, from meal preparation to household management, and be comfortable working with minimal supervision. We need someone who is comfortable with light childcare support and can take care of pets as well. This role requires a high level of professionalism and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:
Household Management & Organization

• Create and maintain household organization systems for closets, storage, pantry, and toys
• Reset and tidy rooms daily; maintain overall neatness, ensure home is prepped for weekly cleaning services
• Conduct seasonal swaps (children's clothing, clothing, decor, bedding, etc.)
• Coordinate donation drop-offs and pickups
• Assist with packing/unpacking for travel or seasonal transitions
• Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, and vacuum high-traffic areas
• Maintain indoor/outdoor plants

Inventory Management & Errands

• Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies
• Create and manage running household supply lists
• Coordinate and manage orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.)
• Run errands (groceries, dry cleaning, returns, gift shopping, etc.)
• Handle package pickups, mail sorting, and deliveries

Meal Planning & Preparation

• Plan and prep healthy meals for the family (2-3 dinners per week), ensuring meals meet dietary preferences (protein-forward, clean eating, inclusion of vegetables and healthy starches)
• Prepare lunches for the family, including packing school lunches
• Shop for groceries and meal-related items
• Ensure food is well-seasoned and cooked appropriately
• Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness

Pet Care

• Walk the dog
• Feed the dog the afternoon/evening meal
• Assist with administering afternoon medications
• Keep pet supplies stocked and organized

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (clothing, bedding, towels)
• Manage linens (rotate bedding, refresh towels)
• Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies

Vendor & Property Oversight

• Oversee property-specific systems (e..g, HVAC, maintenance)

Family Support & Child Assistance

• Occasionally assist with school pick-ups
• Provide light supervision, playtime, or back-up childcare as needed

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Tackle occasional deep cleans (e.g., fridge, oven, baseboards)
• Maintain and refresh specific zones (e.g., entryways, garage, mudroom, etc.)
• Clean humidifiers, washing machines, and air purifiers monthly
• Organize special projects (e.g., toy storage, seasonal decorations, gear rotation)

Administrative & Personal Assistant Support

• Help with travel planning, scheduling, and logistics
• Manage family calendars and reminders
• Handle basic budgeting or receipt tracking
• Assist with event coordination and guest prep

How to Apply:

Please submit the following:

• A brief letter explaining why you believe you would be a great fit for this position.
• Your updated resume
• Three professional references with contact information.

We are looking for a professional who is organized, communicative, and proactive-someone who can fit into our busy household with ease and help keep things running smoothly. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

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