House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

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

Location: Bloomington, Indiana 47401

Employment Type: Part-Time, Guaranteed 25 hours per week with potential for 30-35 hours weekly; W2 position

Proposed Schedule: Monday-Friday, flexible hours based on your availability with potential date night coverage.

Compensation: $28-$32/hour

Benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation, 5 holidays

Proposed Start Date: ASAP

Requirements:

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable transportation preferred (gas mileage reimbursement provided)
• CPR certification (or willing to become certified) is a plus

About Our Family

We are a dynamic and lively family of five with three young boys (ages 6, 4, and 1.5) seeking a proactive and organized House Manager to support our busy household. With one parent traveling frequently for work and the other managing the day-to-day at home, we need someone who can take ownership of the logistics and systems that keep our home running smoothly. We're looking for a partner who can handle the details and fit in seamlessly with our routine, allowing us to focus on quality time with our children and enjoying family life.

Our family thrives in an organized and functional home environment, and we appreciate a collaborative approach to managing tasks. The ideal candidate will have a positive, flexible attitude and an ability to adapt to our family's needs, whether it's meal prep, helping with laundry, or stepping in for light backup childcare when necessary. While we have a weekly cleaner, we need someone who can take charge of household organization, errands, vendor management, and meal preparation.

We value clear communication and mutual respect, and we're excited to find someone who can bring fresh ideas and systems to make our home even more efficient. If you are an experienced, proactive problem-solver who enjoys creating structure in a busy household, we'd love to meet you and explore how we can work together to support our family's needs.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

Proactive & Autonomous: You are a self-starter who takes initiative and owns the flow of the household. You anticipate needs and identify tasks before they arise, working independently to keep things running smoothly without requiring constant direction.

Organized & Systematic: You thrive in creating and maintaining organized systems around the home, whether it's keeping track of household supplies, managing seasonal swaps, or ensuring that everything has its place. You are committed to keeping systems in place and adjusting as needed for efficiency.

Collaborative & Supportive: You work seamlessly with the family, bringing a positive attitude and a collaborative approach to your responsibilities. While you take charge of household management, you are also flexible and ready to jump in wherever the family needs extra support, from childcare to assisting with event prep.

Detail-Oriented & Observant: You notice the little things that make a big difference—whether it's managing the pantry inventory, maintaining cleanliness in high-traffic areas, or prepping for family events. You take pride in handling the details that make the home feel organized and functional.

Flexible & Adaptable: You're comfortable with a dynamic, ever-changing household. You can pivot between tasks with ease, adjusting your focus as schedules shift and priorities change. Whether it's coordinating with service providers, managing the family's schedule, or helping with child-related tasks, you handle it all with grace.

Reliable & Experienced: You bring a strong work ethic, reliability, and experience in household management. You are the steady presence the family needs, ensuring the home runs smoothly so the parents can focus on family life and their professional commitments.

Positive & Personable: While maintaining professional boundaries, you bring a friendly, positive attitude to your work. You understand the balance between maintaining systems and being approachable, creating a warm and functional environment for the family.

Key Responsibilities:

Household Management & Organization

• Maintain organization systems (closets, pantry, toys, etc.)
• Reset and tidy rooms daily, ensuring the home is prepped for cleaning services
• Conduct seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding, etc.)
• Prepare for family events, kids' parties, holidays, and guest stays
• Coordinate donation pick-ups and deliveries
• Support unpacking from travel
• Supervise or coordinate with service providers (e.g., cleaners, landscapers)
• Manage high-traffic areas: load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum
• Keep garage and vehicle organized and tidy

Inventory Management & Errands

• Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, household supplies
• Create and manage household supply lists
• Coordinate and manage online orders
• Run errands: grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
• Handle package pickup, mail sorting, and deliveries

Meal Support

• Collaborate with family to plan weekly meals
• Prep lunches, snacks, and 2-3 dinners/week
• Shop for groceries and meal-related items
• Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, dry, fold, and organize adult laundry; put away kids' laundry
• Iron and prepare outfits as needed
• Manage linens: rotate bedding, refresh towels, restock essentials
• Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies

Family Support & Child Assistance

• Assist with school/activity pick-ups or drop-offs as needed
• Provide light supervision or backup childcare as needed
• Pack lunch and water bottles for school
• Help with child-related errands

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Tackle occasional deep cleans (e.g., fridge, oven)
• Maintain and refresh specific zones (e.g., garage, seasonal mudroom turnover, toy storage)

How to Apply:

If interested, please email with the following:

• A short letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for this position.
• Your updated resume.
• At least 3 references with contact information.
• Note that this role requires a background check.

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