Job Description

House Manager 

Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 6:00 PM (Flexible) Possible a weekend day on occasion

Salary: DOE $120,000-$165,000

Benefits: Yes

Location: Princeton, NJ

Position Title: Household Manager/Family Assistant

Overview: This role is ideal for a highly experienced, compassionate, and dedicated Household Manager/Family Assistant who embodies a "take-charge" approach. We seek someone who finds satisfaction in making a difference within a busy household, enjoys organizing and supporting various needs, and brings high integrity and care to their work.

The ideal candidate must be proactive, flexible, and resourceful, with a demonstrated ability to manage complex household operations and diverse family needs. Essential qualities include strong computer skills, technical savvy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. A commitment to prioritizing the household's needs is a must, along with excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and professionalism across various responsibilities.

• Daily Operations : Oversee the smooth functioning of the household and ensure all aspects are running efficiently.
• Staff Supervision : Manage household employees, assigning tasks and overseeing their performance.
• Housekeeping : Track non-routine deep-cleaning tasks, direct cleaning staff, and maintain an orderly and clean environment.
• Caregiver Coordination : Work with caregivers to coordinate tasks and meet the family’s needs.
• Inventory Management : Track and restock household essentials and special items.
• Vendor Coordination : Schedule and manage external service providers, ensuring quality service and proper timing.
• Property Maintenance : Arrange or perform regular upkeep, oversee repairs, and conduct security checks to ensure home safety.
• Calendar Management : Organize family schedules, appointments, and social events.
• Event Coordination : Plan and oversee gatherings and celebrations, managing details from start to finish.
• Pet Care : Provide and coordinate care for five pets (2 cats, 2 small dogs, and 1 large dog), ensuring their needs are met daily.
• Errands & Shopping : Handle personal and household errands, including running errands, grocery shopping, and picking up supplies.
• Mail & Packages : Organize and manage deliveries, returns, and correspondence.
• Document Organization : Maintain organized household records, handle insurance and FSA submissions, file paperwork, and identify outdated records for disposal.
• Liaison Duties : Act as the primary contact for staff and vendors, handling communications and resolving issues as they arise.
• Seasonal Decor : Set up and manage seasonal decorations, including planning and decorating for special events.
• Project Management : Take charge of special household projects, ensuring efficient completion.
• Additional Tasks : Light housekeeping as needed, driving, pet care, and tidying common areas.

Requirements:

• Experience : Extensive background in household management, with proven expertise in overseeing operations, staff management, and household tasks.
• Skills : Strong computer skills, technical savvy, and adeptness in using household management software or tools.
• Qualities : Compassionate, hardworking, calm under pressure, resourceful, detail-oriented, and a proactive problem solver with a "get-things-done" attitude.
• Commitment : A self-motivated individual who prioritizes the family’s needs and takes pride in creating a well-managed home environment.

If you are a driven, adaptable professional who can balance a wide array of tasks, we invite you to apply.

Muffetta Household Staffing Agency, a top rated company that provides a full array of household staffing for private residences and businesses. We are a licensed agency.

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