The posting
Job Title: Household Manager (with Meal Prep Expertise)
Location: Guilford, CT 06437
Employment Type: Part-Time, 25–30 hours per week | 25 hours guaranteed
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Compensation: $35–$40 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements
- Maintain a smoke-free environment
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Reliable personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursed provided for work-related errands
About Our Family
We're a warm, active family of four living on the Connecticut shoreline with our two young daughters and two beloved pets. Like many busy families, our schedules are full, and we've reached a point where investing in additional household support will allow us to spend more of our time focused on our family rather than the logistics of running our home.
We're hiring because we recognize the value of a well-managed household. Our goal is to reduce the day-to-day mental load that comes with balancing work, parenting, and household responsibilities, creating more space for quality time together. We view this role as an investment in our family's well-being, knowing that thoughtful support behind the scenes allows our home to operate more smoothly and our family to be more present with one another.
Who You Are / What We're Looking For
You are the kind of person who naturally sees what needs to be done and takes initiative without waiting for direction. You walk into a home, quickly understand how it functions, identify opportunities to make life easier, and confidently step in to create order and ease. You don’t need a checklist—you have an instinct for finding the gaps, anticipating needs, and building systems that help a household run beautifully. You are empathetic, respectful of personal space, and comfortable becoming a trusted part of a busy family's daily rhythm. You understand that great household management is about more than completing tasks—it’s about creating an environment where a family can feel supported, present, and at ease.
The primary focus of this role is to serve as the trusted partner who keeps our household running smoothly - bringing order, consistency, and thoughtful support to the many moving pieces of daily family life. You will take ownership of a variety of household responsibilities, including planning and preparing two family dinners each week, creating and maintaining organizational systems throughout the home, and proactively managing the countless details that allow a busy household to function with ease. Your work will reduce the family's mental load, creating more space for us to be present with one another and enjoy our time together.
Key Responsibilities
Meal Support
- Prepare healthy, grab-and-go breakfasts, pack school lunches, and execute fully-cooked dinners 2-3 days per week, and grab-and-go dinners 2 days per week
- Pack school lunches 5x weekly
- Develop, manage, and execute weekly grocery planning and shopping
- Handle kitchen clean-up and ongoing kitchen maintenance
Household Organization & Maintenance
- Create and maintain household organization systems
- Perform daily resets and light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas
- Prepare home ahead of bi-weekly cleaners
- Conduct seasonal swaps for clothing, bedding, and decor
- Coordinate donation drop-offs
- Care for Indoor plants
- Support prep for events, holidays, and guests
- Support packing and unpacking for family travel
Inventory & Errands
- Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies
- Manage household orders and subscriptions (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.)
- Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-offs, gift shopping, and general errands
- Handle mail and packages including breaking down and disposing of boxes
Laundry & Linens
- Wash, fold, and organize family laundry
- Rotate linens
- Drop off dry cleaning
- Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
Family Support
- Provide back up support for school pickups, drop offs, and childcare
- Perform daily backpack reset including unpacking, lunch box washing, and packing and preparing for the following morning
- Handle kid-related errands
Pet Care
- Walk dog on a daily basis (15-30 minutes)
- Schedule vet and grooming appointments
- Administer pet medications
- Maintain pet supplies alongside household inventory
Vehicle Upkeep
- Clean out and organize the family vehicle as needed
Administrative & Personal Assistant Support
- Partner with the family to manage and maintain the household calendar, coordinating school schedules, appointments, activities, and family commitments to keep everyone organized and informed
- Track expenses, maintain receipts for expenses incurred as House Manager
- Coordinate and manage household appointments and scheduling as needed
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
- Refresh garage, mudroom, and entryway on an ongoing basis
- Ongoing organizational projects, particularly for toys and gear
Vendor & Property Oversight
- Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers as needed
- Seasonal property maintenance
- Manage outdoor spaces
How to Apply
Please submit a short intro letter telling us about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information. Please note: this role requires a background check.
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