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Job Title: House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support & Back-Up Childcare) Location: Hoboken, NJ 07030 Employment Type: Part-time (20–25 hours/week) Proposed Start Date: ASAP Compensation: $25–30/hour based on experience Requirements: • Maintain a smoke-free environment • Reliable transportation (comfortable using family car, mileage reimbursement provided) • Must be up-to-date on vaccinations (flu, COVID, etc.) • CPR certification or willing to renew • Fluent in Spanish preferred Proposed Schedule: • Monday to Friday, flexible day-time hours (e.g., 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM; 10:00 - 3:00 PM) with occasional weekend support and backup childcare when needed. • Hours may increase to accommodate school breaks, weekend events, or extra childcare coverage. About Our Family: We’re a close-knit, fun-loving family of four with two lively boys, ages 4 and almost 2, who keep us smiling and on the go! As busy professionals with full-time careers, we’re looking for someone special to help us juggle it all. We need a highly organized, proactive, and warm individual to step in and provide vital support—whether it's lending a hand with meal prep, keeping our household running smoothly, or stepping in for back-up childcare. You’ll work alongside our full-time nanny and be an integral part of our family’s daily rhythm. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, family-centered environment and loves helping keep things organized, we’d love for you to become a key part of our family, helping us maintain a happy, organized, and loving home where everyone thrives. Ideal Candidate: We are looking for a team player with a professional demeanor, strong emotional intelligence (EQ), and excellent organizational skills. The ideal candidate will seamlessly integrate with our existing household support team, managing day-to-day needs and leading special projects independently. They will be proactive, anticipate needs, and help create a structured, organized environment that allows us to focus on our careers while enjoying quality family time. Additionally, we need someone who can positively manage our children’s high energy and occasional boundary-testing, with hands-on experience setting clear expectations, standing their ground when needed, and following through consistently—while maintaining a warm, nurturing approach that fosters respect. Who You Are: • Proactive : You take initiative and anticipate the family’s needs, ensuring things run smoothly even before they're asked. • Organized : You love creating and maintaining household systems that keep everything in order, making life easier for everyone. • Dependable : You’re reliable, always on time, and consistently follow through on tasks. • Nurturing & Patient : You have a warm, calm demeanor and are comfortable interacting with children, especially during their routines. You create a supportive, emotionally attentive environment for the kids. • Flexible : You adapt easily to the family’s changing needs, whether it’s adjusting your schedule or stepping in when the unexpected arises. • Team-Oriented : You work well alongside our full-time nanny and other household team members, always maintaining a collaborative, positive attitude. • Spanish-Speaking : Fluency in Spanish is preferred to align with our children’s language immersion at school. Key Responsibilities: Household Management & Organization: • Organize and maintain household systems (closets, pantry, toys) • Tidy and reset rooms daily, ensuring overall neatness and preparing for weekly cleaning services. • Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas • Oversee seasonal clothing swaps and donation coordination • Supervise or coordinate with service providers (e.g.,handymen, cleaners) • Manage family calendars, appointments, and school activities • Support packing/unpacking for trips • Keep the home ready for family events, holidays, and guest stays Meal Planning & Preparation: • Plan and prepare fresh, healthy meals for lunch and dinner 3-4 times per week, focusing on balanced, protein-forward dishes with fresh vegetables, whole grains, and flavorful spices • Pack school lunches and manage meal prep for the week • Ensure meals adhere to family preferences and dietary needs; flavorful meals • Shop for groceries and meal-related items, restock pantry, and maintain a clean kitchen • Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness Family Support & Child Assistance: • Provide backup childcare for school pickups, after-school care, and emergency coverage when needed • Assist with transporting the children to extracurricular activities as their schedules evolve • Help with weekend childcare support when Nanny is unavailable • Assist with bookbags Inventory Management & Errands: • Create and manage running household supply lists • Run household errands such as grocery shopping, dry cleaning, returns and gift shopping • Manage package pickups, mail sorting, and deliveries • Handle household supply inventory and ensure items are replenished regularly (e.g., toiletries, cleaning supplies) Laundry & Linen Care: • Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (e.g., clothing, bedding, towels) • Iron, steam, and prepare outfits as needed, drycleaning weekly pick-up; • Manage linens: rotate bedding, refresh towels, restock essentials • Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies Deep Cleaning & Special Projects: • Manage home organization projects (e.g., pantry, toy storage, etc.) • Assist with photo organization (family photos, creating gallery walls, and organizing digital photos) • Oversee household deep cleaning projects as needed, refrigerator & oven Vehicle Management: • Schedule and oversee maintenance, oil changes, and inspections • Ensure vehicles are fueled, cleaned, and organized • Track registration, insurance and service schedules Administrative & Personal Assistant Support • Help with travel planning, research, scheduling and logistics • Assist with coordination of events, appointments, and guest prep How to Apply: If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply! Please ensure to be ready to include the following: • A short letter explaining why you believe you would be a great fit for this position. • Your updated resume. • At least 3 professional references with contact information. This role requires a background check. When you apply with Sage Haus, you’ll also be added to our candidate community email list so we can share hiring updates, resources, and opportunities. Don’t worry — you can unsubscribe at any time if it’s not for you.