Job and Vacancy Head Housekeeper
Job description
A HNW family based in Hillcrest, Durban, South Africa require the appointment and services of a long-term Head Housekeeper to ensure the constant top cleanliness of their upmarket property.
The candidates must have experience in private residences of a high calibre and be versed in high standards.
They require the Head Housekeeper to manage all laundry, ironing, housekeeping, grocery purchases, errands and some light cooking to the highest standards completely hands on.
The candidates must have experience in private residences of a high calibre and be versed in high standards.
They require the Head Housekeeper to manage all laundry, ironing, housekeeping, grocery purchases, errands and some light cooking to the highest standards completely hands on.
Vacancy duties and responsibilities
- Maintain cleaning check list & record
- Detailed cleaning including carpets and windows, surfaces & antiques
- Follow the cleaning routine
- Laundry and ironing including linens, VIP wardrobe and delicate items
- Simple sewing and repair to clothing
- Household inventory management
- Running basic errands
- Maintaining cleaning equipment at all times
- Special care of furnishings, delicate surfaces, high-end household appliances
- Hand-washing and special care of fine linens and delicate clothing
- Team work
- Assisting in the preparation for functions / receptions & special occasions
- Prepare and keep the rooms as per specified standards
- Report to the principal
- Work within a team including the nanny.
Profil requirement
- Fluent command of English in verbal and written communication
- Honest and Trustworthy with a pro-active mind set
- Detail oriented with the ability to respect a schedule and organize the works
- Previous experience in private residences with children
- High level of experience cleanliness and laundry
- Flexible and able to accommodate principle e/o guests schedule including public holidays and weekends throughout the year.
- Proven ability to work unsupervised for long periods
- Written references confirming abilities in similar roles
- Eagerness to be employed on a long-term basis and commit to the appointment.
- 3 years' experience working as a housekeeper
- Fluent English, French is a plus
- Housekeeping qualifications would be a plus
- Significative experience
- Dynamic, friendly yet professional person with kind and honest attributes who values the discretion required
Job Condition
- Schedule is flexible in accordance to the house needs
- Private room within the property – LIVE IN
- Full time placement with 3 months trial period
Head Housekeeper Salary
Salary based on experience and qualifications for the right candidate.
Position filled
Position filled
Ad reference: 1560 SA
Post on 13/02/2020 by Morgan & Mallet International |