Household Manager Duties
Vendor and Supplier Management
• Oversee and coordinate with all household vendors and service providers, including:
• Weekly cleaning services
• Full-time housekeeper
• Landscaping and sprinkler system maintenance companies
• Swimming pool maintenance
• Snow removal services
• Regular plumbing and handyman needs
• Electrician and audio/visual technicians
• Cable company
• HVAC and generator services
• Car wash services (bi-weekly on-site visits)
Household Organization
• Collaborate with the housekeeper to ensure the home is:
• Neat, tidy, and well-maintained between professional cleanings
• Decluttered and organized in all common areas
• Oversee family laundry and ironing, including:
-At-home laundry
-Managing dry cleaning pick-up and delivery schedules
•Ensure meal preparation is completed as needed.
Shopping and Inventory Management
• Manage restocking of groceries and household supplies by:
• Placing online delivery orders (e.g., Whole Foods, Shoprite)
• Visiting specialty stores for items unavailable for delivery (e.g., butcher shops)
• Researching and presenting options for larger purchases (e.g., watches, cars, appliances).
Administrative Tasks
• Organize and maintain household mail, including:
• Filing important documents
• Flagging bills for payment and setting up autopay where applicable
• Assist with payment of individual bills as needed.
Driving and Transportation
• Provide transportation for:
• Children’s school and after-school activities
• Spouses’ appointments and engagements.
Event Planning and Travel Coordination
• Plan and manage household events and gatherings, including:
• Creating event spreadsheets for organization
• Hiring catering and ancillary staff
• Sending invitations and managing RSVPs
• Overseeing staff and clean-up during events
• Book restaurant reservations for family engagements.
• Coordinate family vacations, including:• Booking flights, accommodations, and activities
• Assisting with packing for the family.
Requirements
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Personal Assistant, Household Manager, and/ or management role within fine hospitality.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Exceptional organizational skills and acute attention to detail.
• Proactive mindset with a “no job too big or too small” mentality.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to take direction and guide others effectively