What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Assistant (Meal Prep & Household Support) position at Switchboard Hiring?
Private couple in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor seeks a capable, grounded, and detail-oriented Personal Assistant with a strong focus on daily cooking and home support. This is a hands-on role centered around creating a calm, well-run home environment, with equal attention to meal preparation, organization, and day-to-day logistics.
The right person is warm, proactive, and highly reliable. They take pride in maintaining an orderly home, enjoy cooking, and naturally anticipate needs. This role is ideal for someone who finds satisfaction in consistency, routine, and thoughtful support, and who brings a no-task-too-small mindset to their work.
Responsibilities
Daily Cooking and Kitchen Management
Plan and prepare dinner each evening, along with light snacks or simple daytime meals as needed
Grocery shop and maintain a well-stocked kitchen and pantry
Manage food inventory, kitchen organization, and cleanliness
Adapt meals to preferences and maintain consistency in quality and timing
Household Management
Oversee the day-to-day flow of the home, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently
Coordinate vendors, deliveries, and service appointments
Maintain organization across all living spaces, offices, and storage areas
Handle household errands, supply restocking, and ongoing upkeep (deep cleaning handled separately)
Personal and Administrative Support
Manage calendars, appointments, and scheduling logistics
Coordinate medical appointments and maintain organized records
Assist with medication organization and reminders
Provide light tech support and general administrative assistance
Run local errands and support day-to-day personal needs
Pet Care and Support
Assist with care for a friendly mini Bernedoodle, including walks and feeding
Coordinate grooming and other pet-related appointments as needed
Requirements And Qualifications
The right person is warm, proactive, and highly reliable. They take pride in maintaining an orderly home, enjoy cooking, and naturally anticipate needs. This role is ideal for someone who finds satisfaction in consistency, routine, and thoughtful support, and who brings a no-task-too-small mindset to their work.
Responsibilities
Daily Cooking and Kitchen Management
Plan and prepare dinner each evening, along with light snacks or simple daytime meals as needed
Grocery shop and maintain a well-stocked kitchen and pantry
Manage food inventory, kitchen organization, and cleanliness
Adapt meals to preferences and maintain consistency in quality and timing
Household Management
Oversee the day-to-day flow of the home, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently
Coordinate vendors, deliveries, and service appointments
Maintain organization across all living spaces, offices, and storage areas
Handle household errands, supply restocking, and ongoing upkeep (deep cleaning handled separately)
Personal and Administrative Support
Manage calendars, appointments, and scheduling logistics
Coordinate medical appointments and maintain organized records
Assist with medication organization and reminders
Provide light tech support and general administrative assistance
Run local errands and support day-to-day personal needs
Pet Care and Support
Assist with care for a friendly mini Bernedoodle, including walks and feeding
Coordinate grooming and other pet-related appointments as needed
Requirements And Qualifications
- Experience in a private home, personal assistant, household manager, or similar support role
- Strong cooking skills and genuine enjoyment of meal preparation
- Highly organized with excellent follow-through
- Calm, discreet, and dependable
- High emotional intelligence and strong situational awareness
- Comfortable managing both routine tasks and shifting priorities
- Tech-comfortable, including Google Suite and basic troubleshooting
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Location: Baltimore Inner Harbor, secure luxury waterfront residence
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM ET
- Compensation: $60,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000