Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Organizational & Meal Prep Support)

Job description

Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Organizational & Meal Prep Support) Location: Purcellville, VA 20132 Employment Type: Part-time 20-25 hours/20 hours guaranteed Schedule: Monday-Thursday 1:00-6:00 PM (occasional flexibility to stay later) Compensation: $28-$32 per hour, based on experience Start Date: September 1, 2026 Requirements Reliable transportation Maintain a smoke-free environment Vaccinations (general) Must be authorized to work in the United States Comfortable working in a home with a large dog Comfortable supporting children Tech-savvy - familiarity with Apple based tools is a plus: (iCalendar, Notes) About Our Family We are a warm, welcoming family of four based in Western Loudoun County. Our household is active, organized, and filled with the energy that comes from balancing busy careers and family life. Both parents work full-time, primarily from home, with occasional travel that keeps our schedule dynamic. We're looking for someone who enjoys bringing structure, calm, and reliability to a busy household and who takes pride in helping a family thrive day to day. Our two school-aged children are involved in sports and afterschool activities that shape much of our weekday routine. We also have a friendly, energetic dog who is very much part of the family. Our home is lived-in and welcoming, with a steady flow of activity. We enjoy casual gatherings with friends and family, and value a space that feels both functional and comfortable. While we have biweekly cleaning support, the real need is what happens in between: the daily reset, ongoing organization, laundry, meal planning and prep, and proactive care that keeps a busy household from feeling overwhelming. We are looking for someone who naturally steps in to close the loop, anticipates what’s needed next, and maintains calm, order, and momentum throughout the week. This role is central to how our home runs, and the right person will have a meaningful and immediate impact on bringing structure, ease, and consistency to our daily life. Who You Are/About You: The right person for this role doesn't just check tasks off a list. You truly care about the home you're helping run. You are someone who finds real satisfaction in bringing order to a busy household, who notices the dog food is running low before anyone else does, and who takes quiet pride in the fact that things just work. You are proactive and naturally observant. You notice what needs attention before being asked and take initiative to address it. You think in systems and enjoy bringing order to a busy household. You are organized and efficient, with a calm presence in a full household. You are comfortable including children in age-appropriate tasks rather than focusing on entertainment or primary caregiving. You are warm, reliable, and self-directed. You communicate proactively, take ownership without being asked, and bring a steady, calming presence to a home that moves fast. You love anticipating needs, staying organized across many moving pieces, and making sure the family can fully exhale when the workday ends. You understand that your impact here is felt most in the moments you make easier for everyone else. If that sounds like the kind of work that energizes you, this household will be a great fit. Key Responsibilities Household Management & Organization Create and/or maintain household organization systems Daily resets and biweekly prep for cleaners Light cleaning (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas) Restock supplies (paper towels, toilet paper, tissues) and note when supplies run low Refresh and de-clutter “landing zones” (entryway, dining table, kitchen island) Indoor plant care Help with weekly trash day by ensuring interior trash cans are emptied Laundry & Linen Care Wash/fold/organize laundry (family laundry & linens) Linen rotation Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas Family Support & Child Assistance Daily support for kids’ schedules Support pickup and drop-off after school and for children's activities Sports/activity gear management (make sure uniforms are washed and ready, equipment packed) Meal coordination (snacks or dinner prepped before practice) Light supervision / back-up childcare when a parent is tied up after school; engage with the kids, help put their things away, homework assistance Date night coverage, as needed (and based on schedule availability) When one parent is traveling, heavier support during after-school hours may be needed. Meal Planning & Prep Meal prep and recipe planning for the week Support grocery shopping (list prep and occasional grocery runs) Preparation of kids school lunches, after school snacks, dinners, and grab-and-go items Light meal prep - washing vegetables & fruit, chopping, marinating meat, etc Inventory & Errands Restock pantry/fridge/household supplies Manage running household supply lists Contribute to management of household orders and subscriptions (e.g. Amazon, Costco) Mail and package handling; breakdown boxes Occasionally: Returns, dry cleaning Pet Care Occasionally walking the dog (5 year old Labrador) Refill water bowl and food as needed Maintain pet supplies Organization & Special Projects Organizational projects (toys, gear, basement, fridge, pantry, kid’s clothes) Event/holiday/guest prep Clean/swap air filters in HVAC Seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding) Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs Vendor & Property Oversight Occasionally oversee cleaners/contractors/landscapers Research/coordinate repairs and quotes Occasional seasonal property maintenance and oversight of outdoor spaces (e.g. water vegetable garden, de-ice path before storms, clean up porch) Small home maintenance tasks (e.g. replace light bulbs, batteries, tracking what's burned out or broken) Vehicle management (support scheduling of vehicle maintenance when needed, and fueling/cleaning/organizing vehicles as needed) Administrative & Personal Assistant Support Support coordination of family calendar (Skylight experience a plus) Receipt/budget tracking for expenses incurred as house manager Event and appointment coordination or support (e.g. transport to kids’ medical and dental appointments) 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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