The posting
Job Title: Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)
Location: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304
Employment Type: Part-time, 20–25 hours per week, with 20 hours guaranteed
Schedule: Monday-Friday, approximately 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with some flexibility in daily hours to accommodate the family's needs and the right candidate's availability
Compensation: $35–$40 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Maintain a smoke-free, fragrance-free environment (e.g. no strong perfumes)
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record
- Must have the ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs for limited periods
- CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain upon hire
- No gum chewing while on duty
About Our Family
We are an active, busy family of seven based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. With five children spanning a wide range of ages and stages, life in our home is full, fun, and always moving. Both of us run our own businesses and have demanding, often unpredictable schedules, so having someone who can help keep the household running smoothly and stay a few steps ahead makes a tremendous difference.
We have a wonderful team of people supporting our home, including a full-time housekeeper, childcare help, and dedicated property maintenance and landscaping teams. We’re looking for someone who can bring all the moving pieces together: someone who understands the bigger picture, takes ownership of the details, and makes sure things don't fall through the cracks.
We value a healthy, active lifestyle and appreciate good food, thoughtful organization, and a home that feels calm and well cared for, even when life gets busy. We've been fortunate to have some incredible people work alongside our family, and we know how much of a difference the right person can make. We're looking for someone who naturally connects with our family, works well with the people already supporting our home, and genuinely enjoys making life easier for the people around them.
Who You Are / What We're Looking For
You're a natural self-starter who instinctively thinks a few steps ahead. You notice what needs attention, anticipate what's coming, and take initiative to solve problems without waiting to be asked. You have excellent common sense, strong organizational instincts, and the confidence to take ownership of your responsibilities while knowing when to communicate or check in. You're someone who can look at the week ahead, recognize what the family will need, and start putting the pieces in place before anyone has to ask.
You're energetic, active, and happy to roll up your sleeves. You might move from preparing a healthy dinner to reorganizing a child's closet, coordinating a school-related detail, or putting together a thoughtful gift list, all while keeping the family's priorities in mind. You're comfortable working independently but understand that being part of a household team means collaborating, communicating, and respecting the roles of others. You bring emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and discretion to the way you work.
A background in household management, family assistance, executive assistance, or a similar hands-on support role will be valuable. An appreciation for healthy cooking and nutrition would also be a plus. Ideally, you enjoy working with whole foods, preparing nourishing meals, and finding thoughtful, creative ways to make healthy options appealing to children with different preferences.
Above all, you're someone who understands that supporting a family well goes beyond completing a task list. You take pride in being dependable, building trust, and becoming a thoughtful, valued part of the household over time.
Key Responsibilities
Household Management & Organization
- Maintain and build upon the family's existing household organization systems
- Identify organizational needs and take ownership of projects, including children's closets, clothing rotations, seasonal swaps, and shared spaces
- Sort outgrown clothing and household items and coordinate donations and drop-offs
- Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel
- Anticipate seasonal and upcoming household needs, preparing ahead for holidays, guests, and special occasions
- Coordinate with household vendors and maintenance teams when access or on-site support is needed, keeping the family informed of anything requiring attention
- Follow up with regular vendors to ensure work is being completed in a timely, consistent manner
Family Administration & Calendar Support
- Maintain visibility into the children's schedules, activities, appointments, and upcoming school events, monitoring school communications, sports apps, and other family updates to ensure nothing is overlooked
- Look ahead at the family calendar and proactively identify what needs to be prepared, purchased, scheduled, or communicated
- Help coordinate school-related details, appointments, parent-teacher conferences, and other family logistics
- Maintain simple records and tracking systems for household preferences, purchases, gifts, and other recurring details
- Grow into more active calendar and administrative management as familiarity and trust develop
Meal Planning & Preparation
- Plan and prepare healthy, family-friendly dinners for the children throughout the week, with occasional meals for the adults and breakfasts as time and needs allow
- Communicate meal ideas and plans with the family in advance, coordinating recipes and preparation around the weekly schedule
- Grocery shop in person or online, organize and put away groceries, and restock frequently used items
- Prepare fresh produce, proteins, and other staples in batches 1-2 times per week, creating convenient, healthy grab-and-go snacks, school lunches, and meal options for the children
- Adapt meals to the family's preferences, including a gluten-free-leaning approach when possible, while finding creative ways to make nutritious foods appealing to children
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen following meal preparation
Household Errands, Inventory & Personal Support
- Monitor and restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies, maintaining awareness of frequently used items
- Manage household orders and subscriptions, supply lists, and returns
- Handle mail and packages, including opening, sorting, and breaking down boxes
- Run household errands as requested (e.g. miscellaneous pickups, donation drop-offs)
- Coordinate and track thoughtful gifting throughout the year, including teacher gifts, holidays, birthdays, and other special occasions, helping the family stay organized and avoid duplicate purchases
- Assist with holiday preparation, including shopping, wrapping, holiday cards, and coordinating seasonal details
- Help prepare for family gatherings, guests, and special events in collaboration with the family and existing support team
Family & Child-Related Logistics
- Offer occasional backup support when there are unexpected gaps in childcare coverage
- Assist with school pickups, drop-offs, and child-related errands as needed
- Help the family stay ahead of the children's changing needs and routines while working collaboratively with the existing childcare team
Laundry & Household Support
- Provide backup support with children's laundry as needed, including washing, folding, and coordinating with the children to ensure items are put away
- Help establish and maintain practical systems that encourage the children to participate in putting away their belongings
Second Home Oversight
- Make occasional visits to the family's nearby guest property to collect packages, check that the home is in order, and ensure it is stocked and ready for family or guests
- Communicate any needs or concerns to the family and coordinate with the existing housekeeping or maintenance teams as needed
How to Apply
Please submit:
- A short introduction letter
- An updated resume
- Three professional references with contact information
Note: This role requires a background check.
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