House Manager & Family Assistant with Meal Prep Support

Sage Haus, LLC; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 50,971; Part time

Job summary

Sage Haus, LLC in Livermore, CA, is seeking a Part-time House Manager & Family Assistant to assist with household organization, meal preparation, and childcare. The ideal candidate will support a busy family while ensuring a well-managed home.

This role offers flexible hours (10 hours/week) with the potential for more. Key responsibilities include meal planning, grocery management, and providing backup childcare, ensuring a smooth household and quality family time.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a smoke-free environment.
• Pass background check.
• Up to date on routine vaccinations.
• CPR/first aid certified.
• Have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain household organization, including kids' rooms and pantry.
• Plan and prep healthy meals for the family.
• Run errands like grocery shopping and dry cleaning.
• Care for family laundry and linens.
• Provide backup childcare when needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Meal preparation

Childcare experience

Communication

Transportation

Job description

Title

House Manager & Family Assistant with Meal Prep Support

Location

Livermore, CA, 94550

Employment Type

Part-time (10 hours/week, potential to increase)

Proposed Start Date

ASAP

Compensation

$33–37/hour, based on experience

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke‑free environment
• Pass background check
• Up to date on routine vaccinations
• CPR/first aid certified
• Has reliable transportation

Proposed Schedule

• Tuesday & Thursday 3:00–6:00 PM & Wednesday 2:00–6:00 PM (flexibility for occasional evening or weekend hours if needed for date nights, transportation or special projects.)

Description

We are a busy, warm family with two daughters, ages 8 and 11, and two indoor/outdoor cats. Mom works full time outside the home, and Dad balances running a part‑time business alongside childcare and household duties. We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and energetic House Manager & Family Assistant to help organize our household, assist with meal prep, and support us during the evening crunch time. The role includes general household organization, meal prep, errand running, and backup childcare — all with the goal of keeping our home running smoothly so we can spend more quality time together as a family.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is organized, self‑sufficient, and can help us run a smooth household while making sure our family is supported. Our ideal candidate will be someone who has nurturing and kind energy, with the patience and desire to connect with our children. We value clear and direct communication and someone who takes the initiative to get things done.

Key Responsibilities

• Household Management & Organization
  • Maintain systems for household organization, including kids' rooms, pantry, and storage areas
  • Reset and tidy rooms daily to maintain a clean, organized home (including prepping the home for bi‑weekly cleaners)
  • Supervise and coordinate with service providers/vendors as needed (e.g., cleaners, landscapers)
• Meal Preparation (3 nights/week)
  • Plan and prep healthy, gluten‑free, protein‑forward meals for the family (at least 3 dinners per week)
  • Manage groceries and ensure meals are prepared and ready
  • Plan school snacks/lunches in advance, setting the family up for success in the morning
  • Clean kitchen post‑prep, ensuring kitchen tidiness
• Errands & Inventory Management
  • Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies
  • Create and manage running household supply lists, ensuring nothing is missed
  • Coordinate and manage household orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.) for groceries, cleaning supplies, and other household needs
  • Run errands: grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, gift shopping, and any other family‑related errands
  • Handle package pickups, mail sorting, and ensure timely deliveries
  • Assist with managing special requests, like picking up items from local stores or coordinating last‑minute errands
• Laundry & Linen Care
  • Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (clothing, bedding, towels)
  • Special attention to organizing kids’ clothing
  • Rotate bedding, refresh towels, and keep linen closet stocked
• Special Projects
  • Assist with family trailer management: Clean out, wash, replace necessary items, and prepare for upcoming trips. Ensure the trailer is fully stocked and organized for each trip, and assist with unpacking after family travels.
  • Work with the kids on organizing their rooms: Help the children declutter, organize, and maintain their spaces, ensuring systems are in place for them to keep their rooms tidy.
  • Assist with other special projects as needed: This may include organizing seasonal decorations, toy rotation, or other tasks that come up to help maintain an organized, functional home.
• Child Support & Transportation
  • Provide backup childcare when needed, including playtime, supervision, and light childcare
  • Transport children to weekly activities (approximately 1x per week)
• Pet Care
  • Clean litter box 1 x a week
  • Coordinate pet care when family travels
  • Maintain pet supplies and organize as needed

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A short letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for this position.
• Your updated resume.
• Three professional references with contact information.