House Manager & Family Assistant
Title: House Manager & Family Assistant
Employment Type: Part-time (20-25 hours/week)
Proposed Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: $30-$33/hour based on experience
Requirements: Pass background check, reliable transportation with clean driving record, able to maintain a smoke free environment.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:00-6:00/7:00 PM
Description:
We are a busy family of four with two young children (ages 2.5 years and 8 months) seeking a proactive, organized, and reliable House Manager to bring structure and support to our home. Both parents work full-time outside the home in Plano most days. With active professional schedules and two little ones in daycare, we’re looking for someone who can create calm and order in the afternoons, ensuring the home runs smoothly and the evenings feel organized and peaceful.
Ideal Candidate:
You are proactive, organized, and solution-oriented - someone who spots needs before being asked and brings thoughtful structure to a busy household. You balance efficiency with warmth, communicate clearly, and take initiative with minimal direction. You’re comfortable managing vendors, planning meals, and supporting a young family during the after-school and early evening hours.
Key Responsibilities
Household Organization & Maintenance
- Maintain daily household organization and resets (dishwasher, counters, toy tidy-up, morning reset).
- Create and manage organization systems for closets, storage, pantry, and toys.
- Support seasonal transitions (clothing, décor, bedding) and holiday prep.
- Coordinate donations, errands, and household projects.
- Manage household vendors, service providers, and warranties (e.g., cleaners, landscapers, pest control, handyman).
- Oversee basic pool maintenance coordination.
- Keep plants watered and patio/outdoor areas tidy.
Family Support
- Pick up children from school or daycare daily (approximately 5:00-5:30 PM).
- Provide light supervision, dinner, and evening transition until parents return.
- Prepare backpacks, school supplies, and clothing for the next day.
- Offer backup childcare during sick days or daycare closures.
- March through October: perform early pickup (2:00 PM), prepare for lake weekends, and reset the home before family departure.
Meal Support
- Partner with family to create a weekly dinner plan (confirm family dinner count each week).
- Grocery shop or coordinate pickup orders.
- Prep and serve family dinners (2-3 nights per week).
- Prep lunches and snacks for children.
Inventory & Errands
- Track and restock pantry, fridge, baby supplies, toiletries, and household staples.
- Manage household orders and returns (Amazon, Costco, Target).
- Run errands as needed (groceries, dry cleaning, gifts, returns, etc.).
Laundry & Linens
- Wash, fold, and organize household laundry.
- Rotate bedding and maintain linen closet systems.
Future Pet Care
- Family is considering adding a dog; candidate should be comfortable with mid-size dogs and basic pet care responsibilities.
How to Apply
Please email the following:
- A short introduction explaining why you’d be a great fit for this position.
- Your updated resume.
- Three professional references with contact information.
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