Household Manager (with Meal Prep Support)

Household Manager (with Meal Prep Support)

Location: Broadlands, Virginia 20148

Employment Type: Part-time, 12–15 hours per week (12 hours guaranteed), flexibility for occasional House Sitting

Schedule: 3 days per week, flexible between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Compensation: $28–30 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Reliable transportation
• Comfortable around cats (family has a friendly, long-haired cat)
• Strong English communication skills

About Our Family

We are a busy family of four, plus Mowgli, our friendly long-haired cat. We live in a spacious home that we love, but keeping up with the daily maintenance and organization can feel overwhelming. What we really need is someone who can help us maintain the day-to-day so that our time together as a family can be focused on being present with each other.

We value consistency and are looking for someone who wants to grow with our family over time. We are seeking someone who is genuinely interested in becoming a long-term, trusted presence in our home and who shares our commitment to building a stable, supportive relationship.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

You are a self-starter who brings positive energy, warmth, and confidence into the home. You have a natural eye for organization and enjoy creating systems that make everyday life run more smoothly. You notice what needs to be done without needing to be told, and you take pride in keeping a household tidy, organized, and comfortable.

You are professional and respectful of a work-from-home environment, understanding when to engage and when to work independently. You are detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoy taking ownership of your responsibilities. You are comfortable asking questions when needed and have a take-charge attitude that allows you to step in and get things done, including laundry, meal prep, and tidying, or whatever else is a high priority that day.

You connect well with kids and families, and most importantly, you are looking for a long-term role where you can become an integral part of a family's life. If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, fold, organize, and put away all family laundry and household linens
• Maintain regular linen rotation, including sheets, pillowcases, and towels
• Keep laundry area tidy and well-stocked with supplies

Household Management & Organization

• Perform daily resets and light tidying throughout the home, including dishes, surfaces, litter box maintenance and vacuuming high-traffic areas
• Prepare the home for monthly cleaner visits
• Create and maintain household organization systems
• Seasonal swaps (décor, bedding)
• Occasionally: prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
• Packing/unpacking for travel
• Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.

Meal Planning & Prep

• Plan and prep healthy meals (easy grab and go breakfasts, bulk salad lunch, 2-3x dinner weekly—prepped or cooked)
• Prep healthy snacks (fruits and veggies washed, cut and prepped)
• Prep school lunches (5x weekly)
• Coordinate grocery list for family (using Skylight)
• Follow healthy dietary preferences
• Clean up the kitchen after meal prep

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Organizational projects (toys, gear, desks, closets)
• Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
• Refresh garage/mudroom/entry
• Clean humidifiers/air purifiers

Inventory Management

• Manage and contribute to household supply lists via Skylight calendar
• Unload and unpack household deliveries and groceries
• Break down boxes

Vehicle Management

• Clean and organize family vehicles, removing kids' items and tidying interiors

Family Support

• Maintain awareness of the family's Skylight calendar
• Occasional light supervision or backup childcare
• Open to occasional house sitting for weekends

Vendor & Property Oversight

• Seasonal property maintenance
• As needed: manage outdoor spaces

How to Apply

Please submit a short intro letter, updated resume, and contact information for 3 professional references.

This role requires a background check.

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