Household Manager / Family Assistant

Job description

Household Manager / Family Assistant Location: Cumming, GA 30040 Employment Type: Full-Time | 25-35 hours per week Schedule: Monday-Friday, 12:30-5:30 PM, with flexibility for additional childcare coverage as needed, including full days, date nights, school breaks, and occasional overnights. Compensation: $30-$35/hour Start Date: First week of October Requirements Minimum 2 years of experience in a house manager, family assistant, or similar household role CPR and First Aid certified Must be authorized to work in the United States Maintain a smoke-free environment Reliable transportation (Mileage reimbursement available if using a personal vehicle for household errands) Comfortable with cats and dogs Candidates 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 flu), subject to applicable legal accommodations About Our Family We are a busy, warm, and deeply intentional household that runs at full speed, and we wouldn't have it any other way. Our home is full of energy, laughter, and the beautiful chaos that comes with raising young children. Both parents work from home full-time, which means the house is always active, and the support we bring in needs to match that pace with professionalism and heart. There are three spirited, joyful children who bring so much life to our days, and two cats who round out our household perfectly. We are looking for someone who fits into our family culture naturally; someone who feels like a true partner in running this home, not just a helper who needs constant direction. We know what good support looks and feels like, and we are ready to invest in the right person. We live in a home that we want to feel organized, calm, and welcoming at all times. We have existing weekly cleaners who keep things in order on the surface, but what we truly need is someone who can go deeper — someone who sees what the household needs, builds the systems to keep it running, and shows up every day ready to make things better. We care about healthy living, especially for our kids, and we love a home that feels calm, well-run, and organized — the kind of place where systems work and everything has a place. Who You Are / What We're Looking For You are a seasoned household professional who doesn't wait to be told what needs doing — you see it, and you handle it. You understand the rhythm of a busy family, and you bring a quiet confidence and a high standard to everything you touch. You're systems-oriented by nature: you love creating order out of chaos, building organization structures that actually stick, and maintaining them over time without being reminded. You are warm and energetic with children. You genuinely enjoy being around them, playing with them, and making the after-school hours feel fun and grounded at the same time. You know how to hold structure and lightness simultaneously, and kids respond to you naturally. In the kitchen, you're comfortable and creative. You enjoy cooking healthy, kid-friendly meals and snacks, and you take pride in leaving a sparkling clean kitchen when you're done. You naturally take initiative, read the family's preferences, and keep the household stocked without being asked. You communicate clearly, adapt quickly, and bring positive energy into the home every single day. You understand what it means to support a household where the parents are present but working, and you move with discretion, professionalism, and purpose. Flexibility isn't just something you tolerate — it's something you genuinely embrace. You are available, reliable, and excited to grow with this family over time. Key Responsibilities Family Support & Child Assistance Be present when children arrive home from school in the afternoon; manage the full afternoon routine through 5:30 PM Occasional pickups (approximately 15-20 minutes each way) Manage activity-related pickups as needed Have healthy snacks ready and waiting when children arrive home Prep activity bags and organize clothing and gear for after-school activities Unpack backpacks and organize shoes, school items, and drop zone daily Handle kid-related errands including library trips for book pickups and returns Provide light supervision and back-up childcare as needed Track school calendar, early release days, no-school days, and extracurricular schedules to ensure seamless coverage Household Organization & Maintenance Create and maintain household organization systems for all areas of the home Perform daily resets and prepare the home ahead of weekly cleaners Light tidying throughout the day: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas Manage seasonal swaps for clothing, décor, and bedding Lead holiday and event prep, with a particular emphasis on Christmas and seasonal decorating Indoor plant care General household upkeep as noticed (light bulbs, batteries, smoke detectors) Inventory & Errands Manage running household supply lists and restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies Occasional returns, dry cleaning coordination, and gift shopping as needed Meal Support Prepare healthy snacks for children daily — this is a top priority Cook or prep approximately 2-3 ready-to-heat meals per week for the family (batch cooking, crock pot meals, and prep work all welcome) Grocery shopping, including reading the family's preferences and keeping the home well stocked Follow kid-friendly dietary preferences Leave the kitchen clean and tidy after every cooking session Laundry & Linens Wash, fold, organize, and put away laundry for the household Coordinate linen rotation and ensure sheets are staged and ready ahead of weekly cleaners Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas Deep Cleaning & Special Projects Refresh drop zones including garage, mudroom, and entryway daily Lead organizational projects for toys, gear, closets, and pantries Manage toy and book rotation Occasional deep cleaning tasks as needed (fridge, oven, baseboards) Vehicle Upkeep Keep family vehicles clean and organized Schedule maintenance appointments when needed Fueling vehicles as needed; coordinate outsourced services where appropriate Administrative & Personal Assistant Support Coordinate with household vendors and contractors; research and obtain quotes for repairs and projects Calendar management (including household schedules) for the children How to Apply Please submit a short intro letter telling us a little about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information. 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