Job Title: Full-Time House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep Support)
Location: Kamas, UT
Employment Type: Full-Time (30-40 hours/week)
Proposed Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: $35–40/hour (based on experience)
Requirements:
- Maintain a smoke-free environment
- Pass background check
- Comfortable caring for a newborn
- Experience with meal prep and family logistics
- Comfortable with pets (dogs and cats)
Proposed Schedule & Structure:
- Full-time position (30–40 hours/week)
- Core days are Tuesday–Thursday, with shorter shifts on Monday and Friday
- Schedule generally wraps up by 6:00 pm
- This role flexes throughout the day: providing full infant coverage during Mom’s work hours, and transitioning to household organization and management during naps and non-working windows.
About Our Family:
We are a busy and dynamic family of five, including two teenagers and a newborn, along with two large dogs and two cats. Our household is always buzzing with activity—whether it’s school drop-offs, work-from-home setups, or managing the daily logistics of a family on the go.
One parent works outside the home and often travels for business (about one week a month), so we’re looking for someone who can step in and keep everything running smoothly all the time, but especially during their absence. The other parent is transitioning from running a naturopathic practice to starting a virtual clinic, returning to work (from home) after maternity leave in March. While building this new business, support is needed with managing the household and family logistics.
We value a calm, organized, and positive energy in our home. Our ideal candidate is someone who can take initiative, be proactive, and help us manage the ever-evolving schedules and responsibilities that come with raising teenagers, caring for a newborn, and keeping a household running smoothly. We want someone who can juggle tasks, anticipate needs, and provide the necessary support in both the daily routines and the bigger picture.
In addition to supporting the household, we’re looking for someone who will become a trusted partner in our family dynamic—someone who is dependable, warm, and capable of building positive relationships with all of us. You’ll play a key role in helping us maintain an organized home, plan healthy meals, and ensure the children and pets are well taken care of.
Who You Are / What We Are Looking For:
- Proactive & Self-Directed: You take initiative and manage tasks without needing constant supervision. You are comfortable anticipating needs and finding solutions before they become problems.
- Organized & Detail-Oriented: You have an eye for detail and can manage multiple tasks at once, ensuring that everything from daily chores to special projects is completed efficiently and with precision.
- Positive & Engaging: You bring warmth and positivity to the household, creating a welcoming environment for all family members. You build strong relationships and bring a can-do attitude to everything you do.
- Flexible & Dependable: You’re adaptable and able to shift gears easily when priorities change. Whether it’s a shift in the family’s schedule or a new task, you are reliable and ready to adjust without missing a beat.
- Excellent Communicator: You know how to communicate clearly and effectively, keeping the family updated on tasks and asking for clarification when needed. You are comfortable checking in and providing updates, ensuring that everyone is on the same page.
- Team-Oriented: While you can work independently, you know when to collaborate and communicate with the family to ensure tasks are aligned with their needs and preferences.
- Calm Under Pressure: You stay composed when challenges arise and handle high-pressure situations with grace and professionalism, ensuring that everything continues to run smoothly.
- Genuinely Invested in the Family: You see yourself as a long-term partner in the family’s day-to-day life. You care about contributing to the home environment and building lasting, meaningful relationships with the family members.
Key Responsibilities:
Household Management & Organization:
- Maintain household organization systems (closets, storage, pantry, toys).
- Reset and tidy rooms daily; prep the home for cleaning services.
- Organize closets and pantry area
- Oversee household schedules and family calendars, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
- Conduct seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding).
- Prepare for family events, holidays, and guest stays (e.g., guest house management, stocking coffee, scheduling cleaning before/after).
- Supervise and coordinate with service providers (handymen, cleaners, landscapers).
- Ensure all areas (dishwasher, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas) are maintained.
- Break down recycling and bring garbage and recycling to community garbage cans daily
- Maintain indoor plants.
Inventory Management & Errands:
- Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies.
- Coordinate and manage household orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.).
- Run errands: grocery shopping, gift shopping, returns.
- Dropping off and picking up dry cleaning
- Pick-up mail/packages, unpack and sort
- Refill vitamin and supplements and reorder when as needed
Meal Planning & Preparation:
Our family truly values good food and shared meals, and thoughtful, home-cooked cooking is an important part of daily life. The ideal candidate is confident in the kitchen and enjoys preparing nourishing, flavorful meals.
- Plan, prepare, and leave ready-to-eat dinners (Monday–Thursday).
- Prepare batch meals (overnight oats, egg bites, etc.) for easy breakfasts/snacks during the week.
- Grocery shop for meal-related items and restock the kitchen.
- Maintain kitchen tidiness and clean-up post-prep.
Laundry & Linen Care:
- Sort, wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (clothing, bedding, towels, cloth diapers).
- Rotate bedding and towels, restock linens as needed.
- Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area.
Pet Care:
- Walk dogs daily and manage care for other pets as needed (including vet appointments, grooming, daycare/dog park, administering medications).
- Empty cat litter boxes and deep clean once a month
- Picking up dog toys (and stick debris) outside daily
- Wash and refill dog water bowl daily
- Ensure pet supplies are stocked and organized.
- Bonus if open to occasional house-sitting when the family is away.
Vehicle Management:
- Schedule and oversee vehicle maintenance, oil changes, and inspections.
- Ensure vehicles are fueled, cleaned, and organized for family use.
- Track registration, insurance, and service schedules.
Vendor & Property Oversight:
- Schedule and supervise service providers (cleaners, landscapers, contractors).
- Research and coordinate repairs/maintenance and provide quotes.
- Manage routine guest house setup/maintenance.
- Ensure outdoor spaces are kept clean, including managing dog waste.
Administrative & Personal Assistant Support:
- Manage family calendars and reminders for appointments, school activities, etc.
- Assist with coordinating events, appointments, and guest prep.
- Provide organizational and administrative support for Mom’s virtual practice, including maintaining an organized office, managing files, and assisting with business-related research and continuing education tasks
- Prep snack and coffee stations for mom
Family Support & Child Assistance:
- Supervise and assist with school pick-ups for older kids (typically 3:30 pm).
- Childcare support of the newborn Tuesday–Thursday when mom is working from home.
- Assist with child-related laundry and errands.
- Wash and sterilize baby bottles and pump parts
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects:
- Maintain and refresh specific home areas (entryways, mudroom, garage).
- Clean humidifiers, washing machines, air purifiers on a monthly basis.
- Organize special projects, including toy storage and seasonal décor.
How to Apply:
Please submit:
- A brief cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for this position.
- Your updated resume.
- Three professional references with contact details.
This position requires a background check.
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