A busy Newport Beach family seeks a dependable Housekeeper/Cook/Family Assistant to keep the home clean and organized, prepare fresh family meals, and support the flow of a busy household with active teenagers.
The family values consistency, professionalism, and long-term relationships. They hope to find a long-term, trusted individual who brings care, calm and initiative to the home.
Position Overview:
This hands-on hybrid role blends housekeeping, organizing, cooking, and family support. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in creating a well-run, welcoming household. While not primarily a childcare position, the role includes being a friendly, dependable go-to resource for the kids, including driving and support.
Key Responsibilities:
Housekeeping & Home Care:
- Clean and maintain living spaces (kitchen, family room, bathrooms, bedrooms, laundry room, etc.).
- Perform daily and weekly cleaning: vacuuming, dusting, mopping, wiping surfaces, and emptying trash.
- Wash, fold, and put away laundry; change linens and towels.
- Rotate deeper cleaning projects (e.g., refrigerator, oven, baseboards, cabinets). The family has a housekeeper who works Mondays to help with this.
- Keep home tidy, organized, and guest-ready at all times.
Family Cooking & Kitchen Management:
- Plan, prepare, and serve wholesome family dinners three days per week.
- Prep meals or components for other days, including breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and additional dinners.
- Follow family dietary preferences using fresh, balanced ingredients.
- Keep kitchen clean (dishes, counters, appliances, and floors).
- Manage grocery lists and shopping; maintain organized pantry and fridge.
Organization & Family Support:
-Maintain organized, efficient household systems (closets, pantry, laundry, mudroom, playroom, and storage)
- Stay ahead of household needs: track supplies, restock essentials, and anticipate tasks.
- Run errands, returns, and grocery shopping.
- Drive teenagers to and from local activities (family vehicle provided).
- Walk and feed two small dogs.
- Be a reliable, approachable presence for the kids when needed.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in private-home service (housekeeper, cook, or family-assistant role).
- Strong family-style cooking and meal-planning skills.
- Excellent organization and time-management abilities.
- Professional, trustworthy, and discreet.
- Comfortable in a home with teens and small dogs.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Flexible for extra hours as needed.
Personal Qualities:
- Dependable and consistent.
- Calm, positive, and adaptable.
- Self-motivated with strong initiative.
- Organized and efficient.
- Enjoys creating order and being part of a cohesive household team.
Schedule: Wednesday 2:45pm-8:15pm, Friday 2:45pm-8:15pm, Saturday 11:30am-8:30pm
Hours: 20 hours/week guaranteed (Will consider candidates who are available Friday/Saturday only, 15 hours/week guaranteed)
Compensation: $25-$35 per hour (W-2 payroll)