Job Description

Household Manager with Meal Prep

Location: Searsboro, Iowa 50242

Employment Type: Part-time, 10–16 hours per week, with 10 hours guaranteed

Schedule: Monday and Wednesday preferred (8-hour shifts), though flexible. Some evening availability may be needed occasionally as the relationship develops

Compensation: $28–$32 per hour, depending on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a household manager or family assistant role
• CPR and First Aid certified
• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided for work-related errands
• Ability to navigate stairs as part of regular daily tasks
• Familiarity with the Skylight calendar app is a significant plus

About Our Family

We’re a warm, busy family living on a 10-acre property in rural Iowa. With two young children, a home-based business, demanding work schedules, and plenty happening around the property, life is full, and the little things can quickly add up! We love our home and the life we've built here, but we've reached the point where we need real, consistent support to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

One parent works remotely full-time, while the other runs a business and travels frequently during the warmer months. Between family life, work, and the everyday responsibilities of running a household, we’re looking for someone who can bring a little more breathing room to our days.

Our home is lived-in and continually evolving, with ongoing projects and the rhythms of family life unfolding around us. We value integrity, trustworthiness, flexibility, and someone who takes genuine pride in their work. We want to find a person who can become a reliable, natural part of our household routine, someone who makes a meaningful difference without needing to be asked at every turn.

This role is starting part-time, with the potential for additional hours and a broader scope of support as our family's needs evolve.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

You’re proactive, organized, and naturally notice the little things that need attention. You enjoy making a busy household run more smoothly, from sorting mail and assisting with laundry to handling returns and keeping everyday tasks on track.

You enjoy making mealtimes easier for a busy family by planning weekly dinners, checking what ingredients are already on hand, and coordinating grocery shopping. You’re comfortable batch-prepping ingredients and meal components in advance so the family can enjoy varied, home-cooked dinners with less day-to-day stress.

You’re independent, self-directed, and confident managing your time and priorities. We're looking for someone who can take ownership of responsibilities, recognize what needs to be done, and keep things moving without needing frequent instructions or check-ins. You know when to use your judgment, when to communicate, and how to adapt as priorities change while respecting the family’s preferences and routines. Experience with the Skylight calendar app or a similar scheduling system is a plus.

Above all, you’re trustworthy, thoughtful, and dependable. You take pride in following through, completing tasks thoroughly, and creating a sense of calm for a family. You understand that great household support often comes down to the small details and having someone reliable who can manage them with care and initiative.

Key Responsibilities

Meal Planning & Prep

• Plan five dinners each week using ingredients on hand to create weekly menus and select recipes that align with family preferences
• Prepare ingredients and meal components ahead of time so dinners are easier to pull together throughout the week
• Create grocery lists and coordinate grocery delivery orders
• Keep the kitchen tidy and manage cleanup and general kitchen maintenance after meal prep

Administrative & Calendar Support

• Manage and maintain the household Skylight calendar, proactively keeping schedules organized and helping identify upcoming commitments and potential conflicts
• Sort and organize all incoming mail across household and business accounts
• Scan and digitally organize important documents
• Track household receipts and expenses, keeping records organized and up to date using the family’s existing systems

Household Organization & Management

• Daily light tidying: dishes, surfaces, and light vacuuming of high-traffic areas
• Provide occasional household support during holidays or when guests are expected, such as helping with general tidying, organizing, and preparation

Laundry & Linen Care

• Assist with laundry and linen care as needed, including switching loads, folding, putting clothes away, and rotating linens
• Maintain tidy, well-stocked laundry areas

Inventory & Errands

• Manage household supply lists and stay ahead of restocking needs
• Oversee household orders and subscriptions, ensuring orders are managed and recurring services stay up to date
• Keep track of incoming packages and organize returns promptly

Vehicle Upkeep

• Coordinate maintenance and service appointments for the family’s six vehicles across household and business entities
• Track vehicle registrations, insurance renewals, and other important deadlines
• Help keep vehicles fueled, clean, organized, and well maintained

Pet Care

• Maintain pet supply inventory (food, flea and tick prevention, etc.)
• Administer flea and tick medications as needed

Family Support

• Provide occasional light backup childcare
• Flexibility to support the family with occasional date night coverage or travel as the relationship develops
• Prepare children’s backpacks and clothing as needed

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Take on occasional one-off deep-cleaning tasks as needed, such as cleaning the fridge, oven, and baseboards
• Help with occasional organizational projects, such as sorting children’s toys and household gear, as time allows

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please submit:

• A short intro letter telling us a little about yourself and why this role is a great fit
• An updated resume
• Three professional references with current contact information

Please note: this role requires a background check.

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