Job Description

Title:

House Manager & Family Assistant

Location:

Edmonton, Alberta T6G 1A4

Employment Type:

Part-time (15 hours/week)

Proposed Start Date:

ASAP

Compensation:

$25-30/hour, based on experience, paid on payroll

Requirements:

Valid driver's license with reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed for errands), up-to-date vaccinations (including COVID & influenza), able to pass a background check

About Us

We are a busy family of three living centrally in Edmonton (T6G 1A4), near the university and across the river from downtown. We have one daughter (age 9) and a senior cat (16 years old) who requires regular vet visits every 3 months. Both parents are physicians with demanding work hours. We love our neighborhood, which is walkable and close to our daughter's school and before/after school care program. Without extended family nearby, we are looking for a reliable and proactive House Manager to provide household support and help our home run smoothly.

Schedule

Preferred availability:

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 12-5 pm

2-3 days per week, approx. 15 hours/week, not Thursdays Flexibility for occasional evenings (childcare for date nights or hockey games) valued

Key Responsibilities

Household Management & Organization:

Maintain organization systems across the home (closets, storage, pantry, mudroom, garage). Reset and tidy main rooms; prep the home for weekly cleaning service. Manage seasonal transitions: clothing swaps, holiday decor, guest prep. Track and rotate items in kitchen and pantry (dispose of expired goods). Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs/pickups. Support packing/unpacking for family travel.

Inventory Management & Errands:

Track household supplies (pantry, fridge, toiletries). Shop for groceries (prioritizing fresh produce, gluten-free essentials for celiac dietary needs). Manage household orders (Amazon, Costco, etc.). Run errands: dry cleaning, returns, gift shopping. Handle package pickup, mail sorting, and deliveries. Mileage reimbursed for errands.

Meal Preparation:

Prep foods (wash/chop vegetables and ingredients for meals, batch cook basics like hard boiled eggs, freezer meals). Grocery shop for fresh ingredients and pantry restock. Follow dietary needs: gluten-free meals are essential. Maintain a clean, organized kitchen. One family member is gluten free but it is not a gluten free household.

Laundry & Linen Care:

Wash, dry, fold, and organize family laundry. Iron and steam clothing; prepare outfits as needed. Rotate and refresh linens and towels. Keep laundry area tidy and stocked.

Pet Care:

Schedule and coordinate quarterly vet visits for cat. Ensure pet supplies are stocked and organized.

Vendor & Property Oversight:

Schedule/supervise service providers (cleaners, contractors, landscapers). Research, coordinate, and oversee maintenance and repairs. Manage seasonal resets (e.g., garage organization).

Family Support & Child Assistance:

Provide occasional backup childcare (e.g., school pick-up, playdates). Support date nights with evening babysitting. Assist with school-related prep (clothing, gear, lunch coordination if needed).

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects:

Tackle deep-cleaning projects (fridge, oven, cupboards, baseboards). Clean humidifiers, washing machines, air purifiers monthly. Manage seasonal organizing (holiday decor, sports gear, storage).

Who We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate is:

Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented

Independent but collaborative

- able to take initiative while also following directions

Communicative

- comfortable asking questions and giving updates

Patient, calm, and trustworthy -

able to maintain confidentiality

Proactive

- anticipates needs and keeps the household running smoothly

Self-aware and professional

- works well with both parents and child
You'll be an important support to our family and someone we can count on as a steady, kind presence in our busy household.

How to Apply

If interested, please email with the following:

A brief letter explaining why you believe you'd be a great fit for this position. Your updated resume. Three professional references with contact information.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Work Location: In person