The posting
Job Title: Household Manager with Meal Prep Support
Location: Waverly, VA 23890
Employment Type: Part-time (25-30 hours/week, 25 hours guaranteed)
Schedule:
- 3 days/week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Monday, Wednesday, Thursday)
- Approx. 6-8 hours/day
- Occasional overnights for pet care when the family travels
Compensation: $28–30/hour based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements:
- Maintain a smoke-free environment
- Reliable transportation
- Comfortable around dogs
About Our Family:
We are a lively and busy family that values maintaining an organized and welcoming home. With four kids—two older children (one in college and one graduating high school) and two younger kids (ages 14 and 16) who are with us every other week—we’re constantly juggling schedules, activities, and projects. Both parents work from home, so it’s important for us to keep things running smoothly. We’re looking for someone who can help with meal prep, ensuring we have healthy meals and snacks ready to go, and with family laundry, so everything stays neat and organized. Keeping the home tidy and organized is a top priority, as well as supporting us when we entertain or host events. Above all, we want to focus more on being present with each other as a family, and we need someone who will help make that possible by taking care of the day-to-day tasks. We also have an energetic puppy who adds a lot of joy to our home, and we’re excited to find someone who will be a reliable and caring presence in our household.
Who You Are / What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who is not only competent but also organized, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks with ease. You have a natural ability to communicate well and take initiative, and your strong attention to detail makes all the difference in keeping things running smoothly. You thrive in a structured environment but are also flexible enough to adapt as things evolve. Meal prep is something you enjoy—whether it’s planning or preparing healthy, family-friendly meals, you take pride in ensuring that meals are both nutritious and meet dietary needs (gluten-free, lactose-free). Your organizational skills go beyond the kitchen; you’ll also be responsible for creating simple, effective systems to keep our home organized and easy to maintain, from the pantry to the laundry room.
Along with being highly self-sufficient, you bring warmth, approachability, and a calming presence to our busy home. You’ll engage with our kids in a kind, supportive way that encourages their independence and helps them take ownership of their tasks. You know how to find balance between structure and flexibility, effortlessly adjusting as our family’s needs change. If you’re someone who enjoys making a real impact by bringing order, positive energy, and a sense of calm to every task, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Household Organization & MaintenanceCreate and maintain household organization systems (fridge, pantry, etc.) Daily resets and preparing the home for cleaners Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas) Seasonal clothing swaps for kids Manage box breakdowns and returns Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs Event/holiday/guest prep Packing/unpacking for travel Indoor and outdoor plant care Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.
- Meal Planning & PrepPrepare 3-5 family dinners per week, including batch-prep (chop, marinate proteins, and prepare vegetables) Batch prep breakfast and healthy snacks for the week (e.g., yogurt parfaits) Ensure meals follow dietary restrictions (gluten-free, lactose-free) Grocery shopping online or in-person, as needed Kitchen cleanup and maintenance
- Laundry & Linen CareWash, fold, and organize family laundry Occasional ironing/steaming and special garment care (e.g., cashmere) Occasional linen rotation Maintain well-stocked and tidy laundry areas
- Pet CareWalk dog once a day (30 minutes) Wash dog once a week Schedule vet/grooming appointments Occasional overnight dog sitting Maintain pet supplies as needed
- Inventory & ErrandsRestock pantry/fridge and manage running household supply lists Oversee Amazon/Sam's Club deliveries and manage subscriptions Handle mail, packages, and breakdown boxes Manage returns
- Vehicle ManagementSchedule maintenance Fueling/cleaning/organizing/detailed vehicles
- Vendor & Property OversightOversee cleaners, landscapers, and other service providers Seasonal property maintenance, including plant care and outdoor space management
- Administrative SupportAwareness of family calendar (including household schedules) Receipt/budget tracking for expenses incurred for House Manager purchases Event and appointment coordination
- Family SupportOccasional pick-ups and drop-offs for kids Assist with kid-related errands
- Deep Cleaning & Special ProjectsOversight of occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards) Refresh garage/mudroom/entry Clean humidifiers/air purifiers Organizational projects (fridge, pantry, seasonal items, storage)
How to Apply
If interested, please email us with:
- A brief letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this position
- Your updated resume
- At least 3 references with contact information
This role requires a background check.
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