House Manager & Family Assistant (Meal Prep Focus)

Location
: Davis, California 95616
Employment Type
: Part-Time (1099 Contractor)
Proposed Start Date
: ASAP
Compensation
: $38–45 per hour based on experience
Proposed Schedule
: 15–20 hours per week, across 2–3 days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday preferred). Flexible working window between 9:00 AM–9:00 PM (afternoons preferred). Occasional Saturdays are possible if the candidate is open to it.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle for errands and local transport
Ability to maintain a smoke-free environment
Comfortable working in an active home with two dogs
Strong meal preparation and culinary experience to support a private household
About Our Family
We are a vibrant, high-energy family living in Davis, CA. With three active, sports-loving boys (elementary and middle school aged), our home is a bustling, action-packed hub that regularly welcomes friends and teammates after school.
Dad works full-time and Mom works part-time while juggling all of the family responsibilities, meaning our schedules are demanding and our evenings revolve around sports practices, games, and homework.
Our boys are independent and full of life, but between work, practices, and school, we experience substantial decision fatigue around dinner and day-to-day logistics. We are seeking a warm, proactive House Manager & Family Assistant who can step in, take true ownership of our kitchen and daily organization, and bring calm, nourishing ease to our family's weekly rhythm.
Who You Are
You are an energetic, warm, and confident self-starter who naturally takes initiative without needing a daily punch list. You thrive in a lively, kid-filled environment and bring genuine, upbeat energy into a home without ever feeling awkward or overwhelmed by the noise and action.
You are confident in the kitchen, culinary-minded and love preparing wholesome, delicious family friendly food. You take total pride in running a kitchen from building weekly menus and stocking groceries to cooking family dinners and keeping grab-and-go snacks loaded for hungry kids heading out to sports.
You are an organizer who loves bringing order to busy spaces. Rather than needing hands on direction, you see what needs to be done, make the decision, and handle it. You create systems that make daily life feel effortless for the parents so they can walk through the door and simply enjoy their evenings together.
Key Qualities Include
Passionate, experienced, and confident in meal planning, batch cooking, and prep
Proactive self-starter with exceptional initiative; makes decisions independently
Outgoing, warm, and authentic personality with great energy
Comfortable in a high-traffic, busy household with active boys
Organized, detail-oriented, and structured behind the scenes
Dependable and highly professional
Strong communicator who values open, straightforward collaboration
Flexible availability and content with a part-time schedule
Dog-friendly and happy to interact with family pets

Key Responsibilities

Meal Planning & Preparation
Plan and cook 3 healthy, family-friendly dinners in-home each week
Prepare nutritious, grab-and-go snacks and meal options tailored for after-school and pre/post-practice fueling (feeding boys around 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM)
Manage grocery planning and shopping cycles (Costco, local grocery stores)
Maintain kitchen cleanliness, including daily counter clearing, loading/unloading the dishwasher, and post-cooking kitchen resets
Household Management & Organization
Perform daily resets, counter sweeps, and light tidying to keep main living areas calm and uncluttered
Prepare and reset the home ahead of weekly Thursday/Friday cleaner visits
Take full ownership of the pantry and snack cabinets (restocking, organizing, maintaining inventory)
Lead seasonal clothing swaps for the boys (summer/winter transitions)
Coordinate decluttering projects and handle drop-offs for donated items
Break down delivery and recycling boxes regularly
Inventory Management & Errands
Monitor household inventory and restock pantry, fridge, and everyday supplies
Run household errands including dry cleaning drop-offs/pickups, returns, and store runs
Provide occasional errand and snack restocking support for Dad’s law firm in Sacramento (e.g., Costco runs)
Receive and manage incoming mail and packages
Pet Care
Provide regular care for 2 family dogs (Golden Retriever and Boston Terrier)
Assist with dog walking and feedings during shift hours
Help with routine yard cleanup (occasional pet waste removal)
Keep pet food and supplies organized and stocked
Laundry & Linen Care
Provide light laundry support (washing, folding, putting away) to supplement existing routines
Assist with quick linen rotations and keeping laundry areas tidy
Family Support & Administrative Logistics
Help set up, sync and support the family schedule across digital tools (Skylight)
Assist with occasional, backup school or practice drop-offs and pick-ups as needed (kids are largely independent)
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
Periodically clean and reorganize the refrigerator, freezer, and high-traffic snack zones
Assist with targeted organizational projects (sports gear sorting, toy resets, mudroom flow)
How to Apply
Please submit:
A brief introduction about yourself, your background in meal prep/cooking, and why this role is a great fit for you
Your updated resume
At least two professional references
Please note this role requires a background check.
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