Flexible Part-Time Household Manager & Meal Prep Pro

Sage Haus; Glencoe (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Sage Haus is seeking a part-time Household Manager in Glencoe, IL to oversee organized daily operations, run errands, and support meal preparation for a busy family. This role includes coordinating household tasks, inventory, and occasional driving, with a strong emphasis on reliability and proactive communication.

The right candidate will manage schedules, supervise service providers, and help maintain a calm, organized home for a family of five and two dogs.

Qualifications

• Organized & Detail-Oriented: You thrive in structured environments and can efficiently manage the details of a busy household.
• Proactive Self-Starter: You anticipate needs and take initiative, ensuring that nothing falls through the cracks. You don’t need constant direction and are comfortable managing projects, from organizing spaces to meal planning.
• Trustworthy & Responsible: You handle family finances with integrity and sound judgment, approaching errands, purchases, and use of the family credit card with a strong sense of responsibility and care.
• Flexible & Adaptable: You can pivot when unexpected tasks or changes arise and can manage a variety of responsibilities.
• Good with Pets: Comfortable walking, caring for, and being in the company of dogs.
• Skilled in Time Management: You balance multiple tasks seamlessly and is able to prioritize effectively.
• Collaborative: You enjoy working closely with the family and communicating openly to keep everything running smoothly.
• Experienced: Ideally you have previous experience as a household manager, capable of managing the day-to-day operations of a busy home.
• Child-Friendly: Able to support child-related tasks as needed, including light driving or meal prep, but not responsible for full-time childcare.
• Professional & Service-Oriented: You approach the role with a business-minded, professional attitude while maintaining a warm and approachable demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Household Organization & Maintenance: Maintain household organization systems (closets, pantry, toys) and ensure cleanliness in all spaces.
• Tidy rooms daily and prep for deep cleaning services (load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas)
• Manage seasonal swaps for clothing, décor, and bedding
• Coordinate donations and pickups or consignments of items
• Support packing/unpacking for travel, helping to get things back to baseline after a trip
• Manage occasional laundry and linen care as needed
• Inventory & Errands: Keep track of and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies
• Run errands (grocery shopping, dry cleaning, returns) and maintain household shopping lists
• Meal Support: Plan and prep healthy meals and snacks for the family
• Ensure dietary restrictions (no pork) are followed in meal prep
• Manage kitchen inventory, groceries, and restocking/organizing
• Clean the kitchen after meal prep
• Pet Care: Walk, feed, and care for the dogs, potentially escorting them to grooming appointments when needed
• Vehicle Upkeep: Ensure family vehicles are fueled, cleaned, and organized
• Family Support: Assist with occasional child-related driving as needed
• Work with children to ensure they complete their chores
• Deep Cleaning & Special Projects: Conduct occasional deep cleaning of high-use areas (fridge, oven, baseboards)
• Organize seasonal decorations and other special projects, including gear storage
• Oversee outdoor spaces (e.g., sport court, outdoor furniture) and seasonal maintenance needs
• Supervise onsite service providers/vendors as needed (e.g., handymen, cleaners, landscapers, power washers)
• Administrative & Personal Assistant Support: Assist with travel scheduling and reminders
• Help maintain household budgets, ensuring purchases are in line with family expectations

Job description

Sage Haus is seeking a part-time Household Manager in Glencoe, IL to oversee organized daily operations, run errands, and support meal preparation for a busy family. This role includes coordinating household tasks, inventory, and occasional driving, with a strong emphasis on reliability and proactive communication.

The right candidate will manage schedules, supervise service providers, and help maintain a calm, organized home for a family of five and two dogs.