House Manager / Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)

House Manager / Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)
Washington, D.C. (DMV Area)
Job Title:
House Manager / Family Assistant (With Meal Prep Support)
Location:
Washington, D.C., 20016
Employment Type:
Part-time, approximately 15 hours per week
Schedule:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, preferably 1:00pm - 6:00pm | occasional flexibility for overnights with notice
Compensation:
$35-$40 per hour, commensurate with experience
Start Date:
ASAP
Requirements
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required; mileage reimbursement provided for work-related errands when using personal vehicle.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Candidates are required to be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines (including COVID-19 and flu), subject to applicable legal accommodations
Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day.
Must be comfortable with dogs
About Our Family
We're a busy, warm household in Northwest D.C. with three kids and a beloved family dog who rotate in and out on a week-on/week-off schedule. Our home has its own rhythm, and Fridays in particular are a pivot point — the transition day when one week ends and another begins. When the kids are here, the energy is full and active; when they're not, there's still plenty to keep things running smoothly for the week ahead.
Working from home while the house is in motion means that we need someone reliable and proactive to keep things humming behind the scenes. We already have some wonderful support in place, including biweekly cleaners and a crew of regular vendors who help keep things maintained. What we're missing is the steady, trusted presence who keeps everything on track and take ownership of what happens in between.
We've had wonderful long-term household support in the past, and we know what a difference the right person makes. We value people who are dependable, thoughtful, and willing to take initiative. The right person will become a trusted part of our household and someone we can rely on to notice what needs to be done and follow through.
Who You Are / What We're Looking For
The right person for this role is someone who walks into a home and immediately starts noticing what needs attention — not because you were told to, but because that’s just how you operate. You’re “Type-A” — organized, grounded, and professional, with a natural instinct for creating systems and maintaining them.
Our ideal candidate is someone who is proactive, not reactive, and takes initiative without waiting to be asked. You are ready to tackle a to-do list or a specific project, while also being able to prioritize what makes the household run smoothly on a day-to-day basis — meal prepping, resetting and tidying high traffic areas, staying on top of laundry, and keeping the house stocked with essentials.
You're warm and nurturing by nature, and comfortable being a calm, competent adult presence in a home with active kids. You communicate clearly and efficiently, and you're someone who wants to show up consistently and grow into a trusted, long-term role. You take pride in your work and bring the same level of care to a grocery run as you do to a bigger organizational project. You fully understand what comes with a household management role and can see what needs attention, take ownership of it, and find your rhythm in our home.
Key Responsibilities
Family Support
Handle occasional school pickup and activity drop-off/pickup
Organize playdates and activities on school half-days and days off
Research camps, programs, and activities for school breaks
Rarely, provide overnight childcare during heavy parent travel periods
Household Management and Organization
Conduct daily resets of entry way and other “drop zones”
Tidy between cleaner visits (dishes, surfaces, high-traffic areas)
Maintain current household organizational systems and proactively identify areas for improvement
Handle seasonal tasks including clothing swaps and décor storage coordination
Coordinate and oversee donation drop-offs
Assist with occasional event, holiday, and guest prep
Packing and unpacking for travel as needed
Indoor plant care
Meal Planning & Prep
Prepare 4-5 dinners per week (either batch-cooked or fresh), coordinating around freezer inventory
Prepare fresh “grab and go” snacks for family, as well as keeping the pantry stocked
Weekly clean out of fridge, to include expired food and spot clean when necessary
Maintain a tidy and clean kitchen after meal prepping
Laundry & Linen Care
Handle laundry for the entire house, including washing, folding, and putting away
Handle occasional ironing, steaming, and seasonal garment care
Rotate linens; strip and prep beds on Fridays ahead of cleaner visits
Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas
Inventory & Errands
Prepare grocery list and grocery shop for meals and family essentials, including pantry and drink fridge staples, and preferred lunch ingredients
Maintain running household supply list and purchase as needed
Handle returns: print labels, box items, drop off
Handle mail and packages, including breaking down boxes
Drop off dry cleaning occasionally
Handle kid-related errands, such as preparing for school activities or birthday parties
Pet Care
Take family dog out and clean up pet waste
Maintain pet supply inventory and purchase as needed
Schedule and transport to grooming appointments as needed
Schedule vet appointments as needed
Track and administer monthly heartworm medication
Vehicle Upkeep
Take the family vehicle to the car wash as needed
Coordinate routine vehicle maintenance scheduling as needed
Administrative & Personal Assistant Support
Manage and maintain the shared Google Calendar; add school events, appointments, and activities
Maintain awareness of school communications and flag upcoming needs
Coordinate vendor and contractor appointments; be on-site for visits when I am unavailable
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
Deep-clean the fridge periodically
Organize and consolidate outgrown kids' gear, sports equipment, and seasonal items
Clean up pet accidents as they occur
List and manage items for sale on Facebook Marketplace
Perform small, regular home maintenance tasks, such as cleaning wall scuffs
Outdoor Maintenance
Cover outdoor furniture as needed
Maintain bird feeders and bird baths as needed
How to Apply
Please submit a short intro letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information. This role requires a background check.
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