Family Assistant- Palos Verdes, California

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

A busy family in Palos Verdes Peninsula is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and hands-on Family Assistant to provide a combination of household and childcare support. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes pride in maintaining a clean, tidy, and beautifully organized home, preparing family meals, and anticipating needs before they arise. The family has a wonderful weekday nanny and professional cleaners who come twice per week.

Responsibilities

Keep the home consistently clean, tidy, and beautifully organized.
Care for the familys fun, energetic 2-year-old when the parents need an extra set of hands.
Prepare meals and cook for the family.
Handle family laundry, including washing, folding, ironing, steaming, and putting clothing away.
Manage the principals wardrobe, ensuring suits and dress shirts are pressed, organized, and prepared for travel.
Make beds and refresh bedrooms.
Organize closets, drawers, the pantry, refrigerator, and storage areas.
Ensure household items have a designated place and remain organized.
Pack luggage and prepare clothing for travel.
Run errands and assist with household projects as requested.
Occasionally accompany the family on weekend outings.
Work collaboratively with the familys existing nanny and housekeeping team.
Handle miscellaneous household and personal tasks as they arise.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience working with a private family.
Proactive self-starter who can identify what needs to be done and take ownership of tasks.
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
Warm, energetic, and confident caring for a young child.
Comfortable working collaboratively alongside other household staff.
Flexible and willing to assist with changing household needs.

Salary: $45-$50 per hour

Weekend coverage (required):

Friday: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM-8:00 PM

Weekday coverage (flexible):

Two to three additional evenings per week, approximately 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Exact days and hours can be adjusted for the right candidate.