Part-Time House Manager with Meal Prep Support

Job Title: Part-Time House Manager with Meal Prep Support

Location : Oak Park, IL 60302

Employment Type : Part-time (16 hours/week)

Proposed Start Date : ASAP

Compensation: $30–35/hour based on experience

Proposed Schedule : Approximately 4 hours per day, 4 days per week. Flexibility on days and times between 8 AM and 5 PM

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Pass a comprehensive background check
• Access to reliable transportation
• Up-to-date vaccinations preferred

About Our Family

We are a busy family of four living in Oak Park, IL. Both parents work full-time, with one having a regular office schedule and the other a more flexible, unpredictable schedule. Our two young children are in daycare, and we also have a friendly and loving dog who brings joy to our home.

With our busy professional lives and family routines, we're seeking someone who can help create a peaceful, tidy home environment that allows us to focus on spending quality time together. This role is designed to bring reliability, calm, and smooth organization to our day-to-day routines, ensuring the household runs efficiently and everyone's needs are met.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is warm, organized, and proactive — someone who can handle the daily needs of our home with ease and efficiency. You are comfortable managing multiple tasks independently and take pride in bringing calm and organization to a busy household. While this is not a child-centric role, we need someone who is flexible and able to step in when light childcare or backup support is needed.

Ideal Qualities:

• Highly organized — you enjoy creating order from chaos and paying attention to the little details that make a big difference.
• Proactive and self-sufficient — you don't wait to be told what to do and can anticipate needs before they arise.
• Warm and approachable — you bring a positive attitude and a calm demeanor into the home, especially when juggling various tasks.
• Reliable — we value someone who follows through on tasks and can be counted on to manage household responsibilities independently.
• Flexible and adaptable — you can pivot when needed and remain calm, even when schedules change or unexpected tasks arise.
• Clear communicator — you keep us updated and check in when needed, ensuring that tasks are completed on time and to the family's standards.
• Confident – you feel comfortable bringing ideas and suggestions to the table — especially when it comes to improving the flow and rhythm of the home.

Key Responsibilities:

Meal Preparation

• Plan and prep healthy meals/snacks for adults and kids.
• Batch-cook weekly meals (2 large meals for adults, kid-friendly meals for the children).
• Shop for groceries and meal-related items.
• Ensure meals are adaptable for a 1-year-old's needs, a selective 4-year-old, and one vegetarian.
• Clean kitchen post-prep and manage kitchen tidiness.

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry (e.g., clothing, bedding, towels).
• Iron, steam, and prepare outfits as needed prior to use.
• Manage linens: rotate bedding, refresh towels, and restock essentials.
• Keep laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies.

Household Management & Organization

• Maintain household organization systems (closets, pantry, storage, toys).
• Reset and tidy rooms daily to ensure neatness before cleaning services arrive.
• Conduct seasonal swaps (clothing, décor, bedding, etc.).
• Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs and pickups.
• Supervise or coordinate with service providers/vendors (e.g., handymen, cleaners, landscapers).
• Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, and vacuum high-traffic areas.

Inventory Management & Errands

• Track and restock pantry, fridge, toiletries, and household supplies.
• Create and manage running household supply lists.
• Coordinate and manage household orders (Amazon, Costco, Target, etc.).
• Run errands such as grocery shopping, making returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping.
• Handle package pickup, mail sorting, and deliveries.

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Tackle occasional deep cleaning (fridge, oven, baseboards, etc.).
• Maintain and refresh specific zones (entryways, garage, mudroom).
• Clean humidifiers, washing machines, HVAC vents, and air purifiers as needed.
• Clean pellet ice machine every two weeks.
• Organize and clean special projects: toy storage, seasonal decorations, and gear rotation.

Vehicle Management

• Ensure vehicles are fueled, cleaned, and organized as needed.

Family Support & Child Assistance

• Provide rare backup assistance for school/activity pick-ups or drop-offs as needed.
• Light supervision, playtime, or occasional backup childcare as needed.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please send the following:

• A brief intro letter explaining why you believe you're a great fit for this role.
• Your updated resume.
• Three professional references with contact information

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