Job Description: Part-Time House Manager
Location: Boca Raton, FL (Boca Bridges)
Schedule: Part-time, approximately 3 days per week
A high-profile lawyer in Boca Bridges is seeking a proactive and experienced House Manager to oversee household operations and maintain a well-run home environment. The principal, who primarily resides alone, has two college-aged daughters who visit occasionally and also maintains a second residence in Chicago but plans to spend more time in Boca. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on, enjoys the dynamic nature of household management, and takes pride in their work.
Responsibilities:
- Staff Oversight:
- Manage and oversee housekeepers, handymen, and other household staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Household Maintenance:
- Maintain the home, including preparing for seasonal needs (e.g., hurricane readiness).
- Ensure all household systems (e.g., HVAC) are functioning and address issues promptly.
- Schedule Management:
- Arrange appointments, including medical visits and transportation.
- Coordinate regular laundry and dry-cleaning services.
- Pet Care:
- Provide care for a medium-sized, hypoallergenic Sheepadoodle, including walks, vet visits, grooming, and drop-off/pick-up at doggy daycare.
- Errands and Organization:
- Handle grocery shopping, manage inventory, and keep the home stocked with essentials.
- Organize incoming mail and oversee bill payment schedules.
- Research, hire, and oversee a personal chef.
- Household Upkeep:
- Ensure the home remains tidy and trash/recycling duties are managed.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in household management, ideally in a high-profile or luxury home environment.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with the principal, visitors, and staff.
- Proactive problem-solving approach with a keen attention to detail.
- Familiarity with managing household systems and seasonal preparation.
- Comfort and experience with pet care.
Ideal Candidate:
This position is best suited for a self-motivated, proactive individual who thrives on maintaining a well-organized home and takes pride in their work. The candidate should enjoy working independently and have a genuine interest in the responsibilities of managing a household to the highest standard. This role has the potential to eventually become full time.
Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience.