House Manager (with Meal Prep)

Job Description:Title: House Manager (with Meal Prep) Location: Austin, TX 78739 Employment Type: Part-time (~20 hours/week) Proposed Start Date: ASAP Compensation: $30-35/hour based on experience Requirements: Able to maintain a smoke-free environment Has reliable transportation Proposed Schedule: Monday-Friday, ~4 hours/day Preferred window of ~1:30-5:30 PM to backup into dinnertime; flexibility on timing with daily consistency About Our Family: We're a laid-back family of four with two daughters (ages 3 and 5) who bring a lot of energy and joy into our home. Both parents work demanding full-time jobs, and while our girls are in daycare full-time, we need a partner to help us restore order at the end of the day. We share our home with a 32-lb. Australian labradoodle and two hypoallergenic Siberian cats. One of us works from home and travels regularly for business. The other works in an office - and does his best to keep things together at home during travel weeks. When schedules shift, household details can pile up, and we're looking for someone who can help keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. We value a flexible household that is not rigid or overly structured. We are looking for someone who can step in, create simple systems, and help restore order at the end of busy days. If you enjoy corralling a bit of chaos with a steady, confident attitude, you'll feel right at home here. Who We're Looking For We're looking for someone calm, capable, and go-with-the-flow. Someone who can adapt easily to the rhythm of a busy household and take ownership without needing constant direction. We aren't looking for perfection; we're looking for progress. Our ideal candidate is: Proactive and self-sufficient: You spot what needs to be done and take care of it without being asked or guided Systems-minded (but flexible): You enjoy creating simple, effective systems and adjusting them as life changes Calm under pressure: You're not easily flustered and can juggle priorities with ease Independent but communicative: Comfortable working from text updates or a shared app, with minimal check-ins Trustworthy and reliable: You're confident making decisions and know when to ask for input Empathetic with a sense of humor: When things are out of place, you default to empathy rather than frustration At the end of the day, we're looking for someone who can keep the house humming along - quietly, capably, and without making it feel like a big production - so our family can focus more on each other. Key Responsibilities: This role focuses on keeping the household running smoothly day to day, with a few core priorities that anchor the work. Other responsibilities support the overall flow of the home and are handled as time allows or on an as-needed basis. We care more about the right things getting done - not checking boxes. Core Daily & Weekly Priorities Meal Planning & Prep Plan and prep healthy meals/snacks for adults and/or kids Cook dinners M-Th (plus school lunches starting in the fall) Shop for groceries, meal-related items, and nutritious snack options Follow dietary needs and family preferences, which is balanced meals (protein/veggies) and limited fructose (no allergies, but one kid has a fructose sensitivity) Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness Laundry & Linen Care Wash, dry, fold, hang up, and put away family laundry (e.g., clothing, bedding, towels) Manage linens: wash sheets and refresh towels weekly Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies Set out girls' clothes for the next day when mom is traveling Daily Resets Reset and tidy rooms daily; maintain overall neatness in main living spaces Ensure home is prepped for cleaning services every other week Load/unload dishwasher and wipe surfaces Sweep high traffic areas as needed Those core daily and weekly responsibilities come first, but once handled, we welcome support in other areas based on time, energy, and household needs that week, including: Household Management & Organization Create and maintain household organization systems (closets, storage, pantry, toys, garage) Create and oversee a shared household calendar Support packing/unpacking for travel Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs and pick-ups Supervise or coordinate with service providers (e.g., cleaner, handymen, landscapers) Clear out the car weekly Tackle occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards, kitchen cabinets, etc.) Family Support & Pet Care Occasionally assist next school year with school/activity pick-ups or drop-offs Manage cat litter as needed Check-in on the cats once per day when the family is traveling (feeding, litter, etc.) Occasionally pick up the dog from daycare Inventory Management & Errands Track and restock pantry, fridge, household supplies once systems are created Create and manage running household supply lists Coordinate household orders with parents via shared app Handle package returns and regularly check mailbox How to Apply: Please submit: A short letter introducing yourself and explaining why you'd be a great fit. Your updated resume. Three professional references with contact information. This role requires a background check. Disclaimer: 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.

Created: 2026-03-04