About the Role
We are a busy family of four seeking a proactive, organized, and reliable Household Manager & Family Assistant to help bring a sense of calm and consistency to our home. This role involves supporting daily household operations, family routines, and organizational systems to ensure our home runs smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Wash, fold, and put away laundry for family members and household linens.
- Remove, launder, and remake beds with fresh sheets on a rotating schedule.
- Iron, steam, and provide special care for garments as needed.
- Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry room.
- Involve children in age-appropriate laundry tasks.
- Assist with school pickups and transportation to and from after-school activities.
- Support children in their after-school routines, including homework and chores.
- Help with morning drop-offs if a parent is traveling.
- Create and maintain functional household organization systems.
- Perform daily tidying and upkeep between cleaning visits.
- Assist with seasonal clothing swaps and organization of children's clothing and gear.
- Coordinate and prepare items for donation.
- Manage proactive household upkeep, such as changing batteries and light bulbs.
- Care for indoor plants.
- Ensure outdoor and patio areas are clean and ready for use.
- Manage and maintain grocery ordering.
- Wash, chop, and prepare fresh fruit and vegetables for snacks.
- Prepare 2-3 meals per week as the role evolves.
- Occasionally prepare school lunches.
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness during and after meal prep.
- Manage household supply lists and maintain inventory.
- Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies.
- Handle returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping.
- Sort mail, bring in packages, and break down boxes.
- Maintain visibility into the family's weekly schedule to stay ahead.
- Assist with travel logistics for extended family.
- Coordinate packing and unpacking for children's travel.
- Prepare the home for hosting events and guests.
Requirements
- Maintain a smoke-free environment.
- Reliable transportation, clean driving record, and valid driver's license required.
- CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain upon employment.
- Candidates are required to be up to date on recommended vaccinations.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Fragrance-free preferred.
Skills
- Proactive
- Organized
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Independent decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Initiative
Location
- Austin, Texas 78757
Work Type
- Part-time
- 15-18 hours per week
- Three days per week
Salary/Compensations
- $30-$35 per hour
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement provided for work-related driving.
- Family will cover the cost of CPR and First Aid certification if obtained upon employment.
About the Company
- We are a busy family of four living in Austin’s Crestview neighborhood with two daughters, ages 7 and 9.
- Our home is a place where family and friends naturally gather.
- We love spending time together, sharing meals, and creating a home that feels welcoming, organized, and well cared for.
- We believe in raising capable, independent kids.
- We already have biweekly house cleaners and a landscaper.
- We're looking for someone who takes pride in creating order behind the scenes and enjoys keeping the day-to-day details of our home organized and well cared for.
