Temporary Family Assistant

Overview

Temporary Part-Time Family Assistant

 

Location: San Carlos, CA

Compensation: $45–$50/hour

Schedule: 20 hours per week - flexible on schedule but ideally Monday-Friday, four hours per day

Local candidates only!

Start Date: mid-August

 

About the Family

A professional family in San Carlos, CA is seeking a proactive and dependable temporary Family Assistant to support daily household operations from mid-August to mid-September. The principals work from home and have one teenage son. A weekly cleaning service is already in place; this role focuses on organization, running errands, assisting with family matters, and keeping the home running smoothly.

 

Key Responsibilities

• General household tidying: countertops, vacuuming, cleaning out sink from dishes, unloading the dishwasher, and folding  laundry, switching bedding
• Organization projects: pantry, closets, cabinets,and occasionally the garage
• Accept and manage deliveries/mail; sign for packages
• Flower arranging – open boxes, trim, and place in vases
• Pet care: refresh water bowls, feeding a cat, occasional dog walking (1 dog, 1 cat in home), feeding our dog
• Rare - grocery and household supply runs
• Errands and returns as needed(to UPS. Fedex, DHL)
• Stay present for vendor visits (e.g., window cleaners)
• Housekeeping tasks such as emptying trash bins, making beds, and taking out the trash
• Vacuuming and wet-mopping every other day, as needed
• Maintain indoor plants

Ideal Candidate

• 3+ years of experience supporting busy professionals or executives in home settings as an Executive Housekeeper or Family Assistant 
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and trustworthy
• Warm, friendly, and comfortable engaging with teens and pets
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Holds a valid driver’s license and has a clean driving record
• Comfortable with errands and flexible daily priorities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (e.g., groceries, packages)
• Comfortable with light physical activity, walking, bending, and standing for extended periods
• Able to drive safely and manage local errands confidently

Additional Requirements

• Non-smoker and non-vaper
• Must pass a comprehensive background check
• Strong verifiable references from previous employers
• Legally authorized to work in the US
• Within a commutable distance to San Carlos, CA

 

 

 

DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, dedicated to connecting exceptional Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices across the United States. Built over more than a decade on referrals and repeat clients, we have grown thoughtfully by doing one thing well: finding the right person for the right home.

 

Every member of our recruiting team has worked personally in the homes of prominent private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived experience is what sets us apart. We don't just understand private service in theory; we've navigated its nuances, its demands, and its deeply personal nature from the inside. That perspective shapes every search we conduct and every candidate we represent.

 

We encourage you to regularly explore our job board and apply for any roles that align with your experience and aspirations. When your background aligns with what our clients are looking for, we will be in touch. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you soon.