Title: House Manager & Family Assistant (with Meal Prep support)
Location: Bryn Mawr, PA (19010)
Employment Type: Full-time (30–40 hours/week)
Compensation: $27–$35/hour (top of range for candidates with strong experience and/or culinary/meal management skills)
Proposed Start Date: ASAP (likely end of August to early September)
Proposed Schedule:
Flexible hours, primarily during the morning with downtime in the afternoon and picking back up late afternoon into evening. [ EXAMPLE SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, approx. 7 AM–11 AM and 3 PM–7 PM (downtime/off between 11 AM - 3 PM) ]
Friday schedule would typically end early after school pick-up
1–2 overnight stays per quarter when parents travel (planned in advance)
Requirements:
-Non-smoker
-Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
-Able to pass a background check
-Up to date on vaccinations
-Comfortable with large dogs
About the Family:
We’re a busy, loving family of four (two working professionals and our 7-year-old twins) relocating to the Main Line area. We’re looking for an experienced, proactive, and trustworthy House Manager & Family Assistant to help keep our household running smoothly and support childcare. Our friendly and energetic 95-lb dog is part of the team too, so comfort with pets is a must!
This role is ideal for someone who anticipates needs, is invested in family life, and approaches their work with care, pride, and discretion. We want this person to feel like a true extension of our family, bringing peace of mind and reducing the daily mental load that comes with a busy household.
Who You Are:
You're experienced in managing households and with children, thoughtful in your approach, and genuinely enjoy supporting others. You're organized, attentive to detail, and confident enough to take initiative without needing to be micromanaged. You’re warm, dependable, respectful of space and routines, and flexible as needs shift. You take pride in caring for a home and children as if they were your own.
Core Responsibilities:
Childcare & Family Support:
-Morning drop-offs and afternoon pick-ups for school
-After school support: snacks, homework help, activity drop-offs
-Prepare backpacks and clothing for school/activities
-Provide evening childcare or support during parent travel (approximately 2 nights/quarter)
-Be a consistent, nurturing presence in their daily routines
Household Management & Organization:
-Maintain and tidy all home areas (e.g., kitchen counters, sinks, dog hair vacuuming, etc.)
-Reset daily for smooth mornings and calm evenings
-Manage seasonal organization and swaps (e.g., clothing, decor, gear)
-Coordinate donation drop-offs
-Household errands
-Prepare for guest stays, travel, and special events
-Occasionally supervise or communicate with service providers (e.g., cleaners, window washers, etc.)
Inventory Management & Errands:
-Keep pantry, fridge, and household items stocked
-Manage shopping lists and orders (Amazon, Target, grocery)
-Run occasional errands: returns, dry cleaning
-Handle incoming packages, mail sorting, and recycling
Meal Management & Prep:
-Coordinate weekly meal plans with a focus on healthy, protein-rich, veggie-forward, organic meals
-Prep and cook dinner for the family and snacks for the kids
-Pack school lunches and help with lunch ideas
-Keep the kitchen clean and tidy post-meal preparation
Laundry & Linen Care:
-Full laundry care for the family: wash, dry, fold, organize
-Steam or prep clothes as needed
-Rotate bedding and refresh towels
-Keep laundry areas clean and stocked
Pet Care:
-Daily dog walks
-Occasionally feed and potential transport to doggy daycare if needed
-Keep pet supplies organized and stocked
Deep Cleaning & Maintenance Projects:
-Handle deep cleaning of fridge, oven, humidifiers, etc.
-Refresh key areas like mudroom, entryways, and garage
-Assist with seasonal decor setup/takedown and toy storage
Admin & Personal Assistant Support:
-Help plan travel, events, and birthday parties
-Track child appointments, calendars, and reminders
-Help purchase gifts for parties or holidays
What We’re Looking For:
-Someone thoughtful, reliable, proactive, and highly organized
-A great communicator who takes initiative and asks questions when needed
-A person who feels like part of our team, not just someone checking tasks off a list
-Someone who has managed a home in some capacity before, loves kids, and is happy around a big, friendly dog
How to Apply:
Please email us with:
-A short note introducing yourself and sharing why this job feels like a good fit
-Your updated resume
-Contact information for 2–3 references (ideally working references with phone number and email)