Highly Organized Household Manager Needed for Busy Family | $35–$40/hr | Temporary with Long-Term Potential

A busy and active family of five with two dogs and three cats is seeking a reliable, organized, and proactive Household Manager to help keep the household running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting a family environment, takes pride in maintaining an organized home, and can manage a variety of daily tasks independently.

This position is initially temporary, with the potential to become long-term for the right candidate.

Schedule:

Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Full-time position

Compensation:

$35 – $40 per hour, depending on experience

Location:

The family has two properties, so the candidate must be comfortable traveling between Rhinebeck and Saugerties as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Household Management:

Reset and tidy all living spaces daily
Make all beds and tidy bedrooms each day
Ensure all bathrooms are cleaned and stocked with necessary toiletries
Maintain and organize household supplies (ordering and restocking as needed)
Coordinate with and manage household vendors
Oversee landscapers and other service professionals
Manage recycling and take compost to the dump weekly
Water indoor and outdoor plants

Cleaning & Laundry:

Daily laundry, including washing, folding, and putting away
Light daily housekeeping (a housekeeper handles weekly deep cleaning)
Maintain general organization throughout the home

Kitchen & Food Prep:

Light cooking and meal preparation
Prepare snacks for the children
Grocery shopping and pantry restocking

Errands & Household Support:

Run household errands
Handle returns and exchanges
Pick up household supplies and necessary items as needed
Drop off and pick up dry cleaning

Children & Family Support:

Drive children to activities when needed
Assist with preparing children’s snacks

Pet Care:

Feed pets and maintain litter boxes
Take pets to veterinary or grooming appointments when needed

Event & Guest Preparation:

Assist with coordinating family events and children’s birthday parties
Prepare the home for guests
Ensure the house is fully stocked and ready for guest arrivals

Ideal Candidate:

Reliable and responsible
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Able to take initiative and work independently
Flexible and adaptable
Strong communicator
Comfortable managing multiple responsibilities in a busy household

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

Tell us about your previous experience managing a private household. What were your main responsibilities?

This role requires managing many different tasks each day (laundry, errands, vendor coordination, organizing, etc.). How do you stay organized and prioritize your work?

Are you comfortable driving between two properties in Rhinebeck and Saugerties and running errands throughout the day? Do you have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation?

This position includes light cooking, laundry, pet care, and preparing the home for guests. Which of these tasks do you have the most experience with?
Why are you interested in this household manager position?

Work Location: In person

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