Animal Care, Cook Dishes, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Home Economics, Interpersonal Skills, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Logistics, Organizational Skills, Reference Verification, Team Player, Time Management, Veterinary Medicine
A private family in Litchfield, CT, is seeking a professional, energetic, and highly organized Assistant House Manager to support the seamless day-to-day operations of a busy household. This position combines hands-on household support, errand running, and pet care, and works closely with a full-time House Manager and additional staff. The ideal candidate is discreet, proactive, and dependable, with a strong service-oriented mindset and the ability to adapt to evolving household needs. This is a large property with a lot of day-to-day activity. The general schedule consists of 40 hours per week with a minimum of at least two Saturdays per month. Weekdays can be altered to accommodate Saturday coverage. For example, Tuesday through Saturday and Monday through Friday on non-Saturday inclusive weeks. Overall flexibility is essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished and service-driven professional seeking a long-term role with a collaborative and well-run household.
Responsibilities:
Include, but are not limited to:
- Manage household errands, inventory, and light organizational projects
- Assist with travel preparation, including packing/unpacking and coordination of logistics
- Support holiday, event, and guest preparation as needed
- Provide attentive daily care for two large dogs, including feeding, walking, bathing, and coordinating grooming and veterinary appointments
- Assist with simple meal preparation and service; coordinate with the chef as needed
- Maintain tidiness of common areas and assist with general household upkeep
- Greet guests and provide support to the household team as required
Qualifications:
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Proactive and thoughtful
- Strong interpersonal skills
- High level of discretion, judgment, and professionalism
- Emotionally intelligent
- Ability to pivot and adjust while remaining calm
- Collaborative and helpful
- Eye for detail
- Sevice mindset
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Family Assistant, Personal Assistant, or similar private household role
- Excellent, verifiable references
- Must be able to lift 15 to 50lbs and navigate stairs comfortably
- Pet-Friendly (comfortable with large dogs)
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Tech-savvy, highly organized, and able to manage tasks independently while collaborating with a team
- Proficient with Google Workspace and household management apps
Salary and Benefits:
The family is offering $40 to $45/hr commensurate with experience, and a competitive benefits package
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British American Household Staffing