House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

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

Location: Princeton, NJ 08540

Employment Type: Part-time (10–15 hours/week)

Proposed Start Date: ASAP

Compensation: $25–32/hour, based on experience

Requirements:

• Maintain smoke-free environment
• Have reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided for job related errands)
• Pass background check
• Comfortable working in a fragrance-free household
• Have a flexible schedule

Proposed Schedule:

• 3-4 times per week, flexible daytime hours (mainly between 9 am -3 pm)
• One Saturday errand per month (Yardley, PA) for grocery pickup. Although this is valued, it is not required.
• Flexibility with summer schedules is valued.

Description:

We are a warm and busy family of five with three children (ages 8, 6, and 3) and are looking for a reliable, proactive House Manager & Family Assistant to help manage our home. Both parents work full-time and have demanding schedules, so we are seeking someone who can provide much-needed support with household organization and meal prep.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to anticipate our needs while maintaining a calm and efficient approach. The role involves meal preparation, managing laundry and household chores, and supporting the family's busy routines. We need someone who is self-sufficient, flexible, and able to jump in and help without micromanagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Household Management & Organization

• Create and maintain organization systems (closets, pantry, toys, storage, linen closets).
• Reset and tidy rooms; maintain overall neatness, prep for biweekly cleaning services.
• Conduct seasonal swaps (clothing, bedding, sizing up on children's clothing).
• Handle donations, drop-offs, and ensure unwanted/unusable items are removed.
• Maintain cleanliness (vacuum high-traffic areas, load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, taking out the trash and recycling).

Meal Planning & Preparation

• Plan and prepare healthy meals for the family.
• Shop for groceries and meal related items.
• Follow dietary needs and family preferences- focusing on protein forward balanced meals with a vegetable/salad and a grain/carb.
• Clean kitchen post-prep, maintaining tidiness.
• Keep fridge organized

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (clothing, bedding, towels).
• Iron and steam, as needed.
• Rotate bedding, refresh towels, and restock essentials.
• Keep laundry areas tidy and stocked with supplies.
• Handle special care for delicates or uniforms.

Inventory Management & Errands

• Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies.
• Create and manage household shopping/supply lists (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.).
• Run errands: grocery shopping, dry cleaning, returns, gift shopping.

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

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

Family Support & Miscellaneous

• Monthly errand in Yardley, PA (food order pickup).
• Long term project: sort and organize garage and basement.

Candidate Profile:

Experience & Essential Traits: 

• Reliable, professional, and proactive with a high level of responsibility.
• Detail-oriented and organized with excellent time management.
• Ability to work independently after initial onboarding and direction.
• Comfortable receiving feedback and adapting quickly.
• Strong communicator who knows when to ask questions and takes initiative.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining efficiency.
• Flexible, with a good balance of initiative and collaboration.
• Professional demeanor with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Experience in household management and organization.
• Comfortable with laundry, meal prep, and managing family logistics.

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit the following:

1. A brief letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for this position.
2. Your updated resume.
3. Contact information for at least three professional references.

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