Household Manager & Family Assistant (w/ Meal Prep Support)

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

Location: Pelham, NH (03076)

Employment Type: Full-Time; 30-35 hours/week (30 hours guaranteed); W2

Schedule: M-F, 6 hours/day between 9am-5pm; flexibility for occasional evening help/travel with family

Compensation: $32–37/hour, based on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements:

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided)
• Comfort with children, dogs, and cats
• General vaccinations
• CPR Certification or willingness to obtain

About Our Family:

We are a busy family of two with a toddler, dog, and cat, and we are looking for a professional, organized, and caring Household Manager to help keep our home running smoothly. Our days are full, and we are seeking someone who can bring structure and support to our dynamic household.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing household organization, running errands, grocery shopping, preparing healthy meals, pet care, laundry, and assisting with light administrative work. Flexibility is essential, as our priorities can shift depending on family needs and work schedules.

We value a proactive, detail-oriented individual who is highly dependable and can anticipate needs and take initiative. You are comfortable managing multiple tasks simultaneously and providing consistent support while maintaining a positive, can-do attitude. We're looking for someone who can stay ahead of the curve, take ownership of responsibilities, and ensure our household runs efficiently and effortlessly.

About You:

We are looking for a reliable, warm, and highly organized person who can seamlessly manage both household tasks and light administrative duties. You are comfortable working around young children and pets, bringing a nurturing yet professional approach to all that you do. With a "no task too big or too small" mentality, you take pride in your work, solve problems independently, and communicate clearly to ensure everything runs smoothly.

You are tech-savvy, able to efficiently manage shared calendars, coordinate schedules, and track errands with attention to detail. You have a proactive mindset and anticipate the needs of our family, adapting quickly when priorities shift. While you excel in working independently, you also know when collaboration is needed, bringing a team-oriented spirit to the role.

Flexibility is key, as schedules may change, and occasionally, evening or travel support may be required with advance notice. With a positive, sunny disposition, you are a self-starter who takes ownership of tasks and finds satisfaction in helping to ease the demands of both professional and personal life. Your efforts will allow us to focus on what matters most: spending more quality time together.

Key Responsibilities:

Household Management & Organization

• Create and maintain household organization systems
• Daily resets and tidying to prep home for cleaning service
• Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas
• Seasonal swaps of clothing, décor, bedding
• Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
• Event, holiday, and guest prep
• Packing/unpacking for travel for family
• Indoor plant care
• Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.

Administrative & Personal Assistant Support

• Calendar management for household and professional schedules
• Event and appointment scheduling and coordination
• Sending emails and making phone calls on behalf of family
• Receipt/budget tracking for household and expenses incurred as House Manager
  • Handle paying of bills for various property vendors
  • Create and manage an annual home maintenance calendar with automated reminders
• Travel planning and logistics

Meal Planning & Prep

• Prep healthy, protein-forward dinners 2-3x/week
• Prep grab-and-go breakfasts, lunches, and snacks (e.g., protein balls) 2-3x/week
• Managing grocery shopping for household staples and meal prep items, including maintaining the shopping list and procuring items
• Follow protein-forward, low-sugar dietary preferences; a plus if knowledgable about/certified in nutrition
• Kitchen clean-up and maintenance

Inventory & Errands

• Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
• Manage running household supply lists
• Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/Costco/Target)
• Returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping
• Mail and package handling
• Dispose of garbage and recycling on scheduled basis; includes breakdown of boxes

Family Support & Child Assistance

• Occasional daycare pick-ups and drop-offs
• Light supervision and back-up childcare as needed
• Research developmentally-appropriate toddler activities
• Kid-related errands

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, fold, and put away family laundry
• Linen rotation of towels and bedsheets
• Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas
• Occasional ironing/steaming

Pet Care

• Feed cat and dog daily
• Walk dog 1-2x/day for 20 minutes and throw frisbee in backyard for exercise
• Vet/grooming scheduling
• Administer medication for dog once daily in morning
• Maintain pet supplies

Vendor & Property Oversight

• Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers
• Research and coordinate repairs and quotes
• Seasonal property maintenance (e.g., weeding)
• Manage outdoor spaces

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects:

• Occasional deep cleans of fridge, oven, and baseboards
• Refresh garage and basement storage room
• Clean humidifiers and air purifiers
• Organizing and refreshing children's toys, including researching and introducing new Montessori-inspired toys, rotating out older items, and coordinating donations
• Assist in childproofing areas as needed
• Assemble furniture as needed

Vehicle Management

• Schedule vehicle maintenance
• Fueling, cleaning, and organizing of vehicles

How to Apply:

If you're interested in this position, please send:

• A brief cover letter explaining why you'd be a great fit for our family
• Your updated resume
• Three professional references with contact information

Please Note: This role requires a background check

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