Household Manager

Private Family in Alexandria, VA Seeking a Household Manager

Position:  Full-Time, Live-Out  Household Manager
Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, approximately 6:30AM - 6:30PM ( two weeks on, two weeks off) , Saturday 4 hrsÂ
• Two weeks on two weeks off, overtime pay provided
• Salary: Â $50/hr + DOEÂ
  Start Date: Â ASAP
  Relocation:  No – local candidates only

About the Family

A warm and welcoming private family located in Alexandria, VA is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and professional Household Manager  to join their household. They value discretion, reliability, and a proactive individual who will be a long-term fit and take pride in running a highly organized, well-functioning home.

Children: Â Two children 12 and 15 years old
Home Size: Â Private residence
Pets: Â One well-behaved 16 lb dog (Opal)
Household Staff: Â Additional household staff currently employed

Responsibilities

Food & Meal Preparation

• Meal preparation will be done by someone else but some cooking required
• Create a  proper dinner-table experience , including table setting, presentation, and reinforcing good table manners

Household Management

• Oversee daily household operations and ensure the home is consistently guest-ready and travel-ready
• Manage vendors, service providers, errands, household supplies, and general problem-solving
  • Including coordinating repairs, communicating with property managers, and sourcing household items
• Maintain household systems, schedules, and inventories

Family & Personal Support

• Support daily household rhythms involving the principal and children
• Chauffeur children as needed (school drop-offs, pick-ups, activities, appointments)
• Provide personal assistance, including reservations, bookings, errands, and logistics

Pet Care

• Provide  full pet care  for Opal, including coordinating vet visits, grooming, medications, and ongoing care management

Ideal Candidate & Personality

The ideal candidate is proactive, trustworthy, and highly organized, with a calm, confident presence. They love cooking, take pride in presentation, and thrive in managing both people and processes. A flexible mindset, strong communication skills, leadership ability, and exceptional attention to detail are essential. This family is seeking someone looking for a long-term placement who will become a valued and trusted part of their household.

Requirements

• Culinary training or extensive private cooking experience
• Minimum of 7–8 years of experience in private service or household management
• Proven experience managing staff, vendors,Â
• Comfortable working with teenagers and dogs
• Strong organizational and technology skills
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Valid passport and ability to travel if needed
• Excellent, verifiable references