PartTime Family Assistant

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time Family Assistant

nLocation: St. Louis, MO 63124

nEmployment Type: Part-Time - 12–15 hours per week

nSchedule: 3 days per week, including Monday and Friday, with one additional flexible day (Wednesdays unavailable). Start time no earlier than 9:00 AM; end time flexible based on candidate availability. Open to 2 longer days for the right candidate.

nCompensation: $30–$35/hour

nStart Date: ASAP

nRequirements

nnMaintain a smoke-free environment.

nReliable personal vehicle and valid driver's license required; mileage reimbursement provided.

nComfortable working alongside and around a large, high-energy dog.

nMust be authorized to work in the United States.

n nAbout Our Family

nWe're a busy, active family with two wonderful kids (under age 10), a lovable yellow Lab who keeps us on our toes (and leaves plenty of fur behind!), and two parents balancing demanding careers. Between school, after-school activities, work commitments, and everyday life, our weeks move quickly. We genuinely love spending time together and have worked hard to build a home that feels welcoming, organized, and peaceful. For us, a clean, well-functioning household isn't just a preference — it's what allows our family to feel less stressed and more connected.

nOver the years, we've tried just about every solution to stay ahead of household responsibilities, from meal delivery services to in-home cooking. What we've realized is that what we truly need is a proactive, dependable professional who can become a trusted extension of our family. Someone who notices when pantry staples are running low, keeps fresh food ready for the week, manages laundry from start to finish, resets the home each day, and tackles the organizational projects that often get pushed aside. We'd love for our weekends to be spent making memories with our kids—not catching up on chores.

nIf you take genuine pride in creating order, love anticipating needs before anyone has to ask, and find satisfaction in a beautifully maintained home, you'll fit right in. We're looking for someone who is organized, self-directed, and professional—someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to help a busy family thrive. While occasional help with the kids or our dog may come up as trust is built, your greatest impact will be giving our family the gift of a home that feels calm, prepared, and ready for whatever the week brings.

nWho You Are / What We're Looking For

nThe right person for this role is someone who takes genuine pride in creating a calm, organized home where busy families can thrive. You don't wait to be told what needs attention—you notice it, own it, and take action. Ideally, you bring previous household management or family assistant experience and understand that the greatest value you provide comes from anticipating needs before they become tasks.

nnYou are exceptionally proactive. You naturally think three steps ahead, noticing what needs attention before anyone has to ask and taking ownership from start to finish.

nYou are highly organized and detail-oriented. You love creating and maintaining systems, whether that's keeping the pantry stocked, rotating fresh produce, staying ahead of household inventory, or ensuring laundry is completely finished and put away.

nYou have a Type A mindset. You take pride in creating order, consistency, and a home that always feels prepared for the week ahead.

nYou bring ideas, not just execution. You're confident making thoughtful recommendations to improve how the household functions and enjoy finding better, more efficient ways of doing things.

nYou work independently. Once you understand the family's routines and expectations, you don't need daily direction or checklists to stay productive.

nYou are professional and quietly efficient. You're warm, personable, and easy to work with, but you understand this is a professional role. You respect the family's time, value focused work, and know when conversation takes a back seat to getting things done.

nYou are dependable. Being punctual, reliable, and following through on commitments is simply part of who you are.

nYou communicate with professionalism. You're receptive to feedback, communicate clearly, and avoid unnecessary drama or bringing strong personal opinions into the home.

nYou enjoy supporting a busy family behind the scenes. You find genuine satisfaction in knowing your work gives the family more time together and less time worrying about household responsibilities.

nYou're comfortable around children and happy to help when needed. While this is primarily a household management role, you're comfortable stepping in for occasional school pickups, transportation, or light childcare as trust is established.

nYou're comfortable with dogs. A friendly yellow Lab is part of the family, so you're happy working in a home with a large dog (an occasional walk is a bonus but not required).

nYou're looking to become a trusted partner. You treat the home with care, take ownership of your responsibilities, respect the family's privacy, and are excited to build a long-term working relationship.

n nKey Responsibilities

nInventory & Errands

nnManage pantry, fridge, and household supply inventory — keeping snacks stocked, fruit fresh, and staples replenished before they run out

nBuild and manage grocery orders (Whole Foods via Amazon, Costco, Target, Thrive Market)

nConduct weekly fridge clean-outs and food rotation before restocking

nHandle returns, dry cleaning drop-off and pickup, and occasional pharmacy runs

nBring in mail and packages; open expected deliveries, put items away, and break down boxes

nResearch and suggest gift options for birthdays and occasions; set reminders to keep the family ahead of schedule

nManage ongoing household subscriptions and orders

n nLaundry & Linens

nnFull ownership of all household laundry: wash, dry, fold, and put away for all family members

nWeekly rotation of sheets and towels

nSteam garments as needed

nMaintain a well-stocked and tidy laundry area

n nMeal Support

nnMeal prep 2–3 nights per week: chopping, marinating, steaming, washing produce, and prepping ingredients so the family can finish and serve (not full cooking)

nWash and store berries and produce to extend freshness

nKeep healthy snacks stocked and ready

n nHousehold Organization & Maintenance

nnDaily home reset: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas, and general tidying

nPrepare the home ahead of biweekly cleaners and handle tasks the cleaners don't cover

nSeasonal clothing swaps, décor transitions, and bedding rotations

nCoordinate donation drop-offs

nUnpack after travel; reset sports bags after weekend use

nReplace light bulbs, smoke detector batteries, air filters, and humidifier maintenance

nProactive home maintenance tracking using a seasonal household calendar

nOrganizational projects throughout the home (pantry systems, bins, measuring and ordering organizational supplies, and returning what doesn't work)

n nDeep Cleaning & Special Projects

nnWeekly fridge clean-out and food rotation

nClean humidifiers as needed

nOne-time basement reorganization: sorting and organizing storage bins

nOngoing organizational projects as priorities develop (kids' toy bins to remove broken toys or reduce quantity)

n nFamily Support

nnPrep backpacks, sports gear, and snacks in anticipation of the week's schedule

nAd hoc school pickups and drop-offs as the relationship develops

nOccasional date night or overnight childcare support over time

nCalendar visibility to stay aligned with the family's weekly schedule

nAd hoc appointment scheduling

n nVendor & Property Oversight

nnServe as on-site point of contact for contractors, vendors, and service providers (e.g., monthly pest control)

nResearch and coordinate repair quotes

nMaintain a monthly home maintenance calendar and flag upcoming needs

n nVehicle Upkeep

nnOccasional family vehicle drop-off for maintenance and car washes

n nPet Care

nnDog walking is a bonus, not a requirement; comfort around a large, high-energy dog is required

n nHow to Apply

nPlease submit:

nnA short intro letter

nAn updated resume

n3 professional references with contact information to be considered for this role.

n nThis role requires a background check.

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