About the role
Full-time Household Assistant in San Diego, CA: $28–$32 per hour (W-2), Monday–Friday, 30 guaranteed hours a week. A busy solo entrepreneur is hiring an experienced Household Assistant to keep the home running day to day: grocery shopping and errands, daily meal prep, laundry and light housekeeping.
The role blends the work of a personal assistant, house manager and housekeeper into one steady, full-time weekday position in a private home. It's a fit for someone who takes pride in a well-run household, works independently, and handles what needs doing before being asked.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 30 guaranteed paid hours a week, about 6 hours a day [add the daily start and end times]. Start and end times can shift by about an hour.
Location: San Diego, CA [add the neighborhood or area if the client is comfortable sharing it; local searches match on it].
What you'll do • Shop for groceries and run household errands, including package returns • Plan and prepare daily meals, and keep the kitchen stocked and organized • Wash, fold and put away laundry • Wash dishes and keep the kitchen clean every day • Keep the home tidy, organized and guest-ready • Organize the pantry and fridge, and coordinate home services and deliveries
What you'll bring • 2+ years of experience as a household assistant, house manager, housekeeper, personal assistant or in a similar private household role • Confident home cooking, and the ability to follow the client's preferences and dietary needs • Strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage your own time without supervision • Discretion and professionalism in a private home • A valid driver's license, a reliable insured vehicle and a clean driving record • The ability to lift up to 25 lbs (groceries, laundry baskets)
Nice to have • Experience supporting busy professionals, entrepreneurs or high-profile clients • Meal planning, or cooking for specific diets • CPR/First Aid certification
Pay, schedule and benefits • $28–$32 per hour, about $43,680–$49,920 a year before taxes • Paid on W-2 payroll, with taxes withheld, not as a 1099 contractor • 30 guaranteed hours a week, Monday–Friday • Flexible start and end times • At least 40 hours (5 days) of paid sick leave a year, per California law • Mileage reimbursement for errands in your personal vehicle
Frequently asked questions
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How much does this household assistant job in San Diego pay? $28–$32 per hour for 30 guaranteed hours a week, or about $43,680–$49,920 a year before taxes.
Is this a W-2 job or a 1099 job? W-2. You're employed directly by the household and paid through payroll with taxes withheld. Hello Nanny!® is the placement agency that connects you with the household.
What are the hours? Monday–Friday, 30 guaranteed paid hours a week, about 6 hours a day, with flexible start and end times.
Is this a nanny job? No. This is a household assistant role focused on errands, meal prep, laundry and keeping the home organized.
Do I need a car? Yes. You'll need a valid driver's license, a reliable insured vehicle and a clean driving record. Mileage for errands in your own car is reimbursed.
How much experience do I need? At least 2 years in a household assistant, house manager, housekeeper, personal assistant or similar private household role.
What does the hiring process look like? Apply through this posting. Qualified candidates have a short interview with Hello Nanny!®, then meet the client. References and a background check are completed after a conditional offer.
How to apply: Submit your application through this posting. Qualified candidates will be invited to a short interview, then a meeting with the client. A background check and references are completed after a conditional offer.
About Hello Nanny!®: Hello Nanny!® is a nationwide, WBENC-certified placement agency that matches households with nannies, household assistants and house managers. Every role we place is paid legally on W-2 payroll, with guaranteed hours and a written work agreement.
Hello Nanny!® families are committed to equal opportunity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in line with the California Fair Chance Act and local ordinances.
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