Full-Time House Manager/Cook for a Warm & Wonderful Older Couple
Location: Cambridge, MA
Live-Out | Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Salary: $35–$40/hour DOE, Negotiable for the right candidate | Long-Term Role | Benefits TBD
Are you a kind, capable, compassionate, and detail-oriented professional with a passion for helping others and maintaining a peaceful, well-run home? A kind and gracious principal is looking for a full-time House Manager/Cook to become an essential part of their household. This is a deeply rewarding opportunity for someone warm, reliable, and flexible—someone who thrives on making life easier for others, enjoys wearing many hats with a calm, can-do attitude, and supports the rhythm of daily life with care and good judgment.
This long-term position is ideal for someone who communicates clearly and effectively in English, enjoys cooking healthy meals, and takes pride in staying organized, proactive, and attentive to daily household needs.
A warm, respectful work environment awaits someone patient, service-oriented, flexible, and can be a steady, caring, reliable presence in the home.
Two grown children (not living at home)
One sweet dog (light walking when needed)
Existing caregiving team manages all medical/personal care—no direct care required, but a warm, respectful presence is key.
The House Manager/Cook will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day functioning of the home, from preparing meals to light housekeeping, to running errands, and ensuring everything is in its right place. The couple is kind and respectful, and they’re looking for someone who brings that same energy into their home.
Warm, patient, and compassionate
Reliable and trustworthy with excellent references - discreet and dependable
Organized and proactive, always one step ahead and happy to wear many hats as needed
Flexible and adaptable, able to pivot and take on different tasks as needed
An excellent communicator who speaks fluent English
Comfortable around dogs and happy to help with walks if needed
A safe and confident driver with a valid driver's license
Prepare and clean up simple, clean, healthy meals daily
Grocery shopping and keeping the kitchen stocked and organized
Running errands as needed (dry cleaning, pharmacy runs, etc.)
Light housekeeping and home organization (deep cleaning is handled by a cleaner)
Laundry assistance when needed
Walking the family dog, as needed
Collaborating with the caregivers and helping coordinate meals or routines for the principal’s wife
Being the go-to person for keeping the household running smoothly
Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–7:00 PM
Driving: Required (for errands and possible appointments with the principal)
Language: Must speak and understand English very well
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a similar role
References: At least 2 strong professional references
Background Check: Required upon contingent offer of hire
Salary: $35–$40/hour, DOE, (negotiable for the right person)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Live-Out
Benefits: To be discussed
If you are a thoughtful, warmhearted, capable individual with a knack for organization and a heart for service, we’d love to hear from you. Join a home where your efforts and care will make a real difference.
Apply now to become the heartbeat of a calm, well-loved home, and bring your warmth, reliability, and care to a household that truly values it!