Butler in Clifton, Cape Town, South Africa


​A professional family residing in the United Kingdom, require the employment of a long term Butler/Cook/Housekeeper to ensure the cleanliness and organization of their home in Clifton, South Africa.

The candidates extensive experience in working in a luxury private residence, with full housekeeping and domestic responsibilities and qualified cooking ability will be utilized to its full potential within this excellent opportunity. Qualified and energetic candidates can expect a competitive package.

Candidate 
  • Fluent command of English in verbal and written communication
  • Honest and Trustworthy individual with a pro-active mind set
  • Detail oriented with the ability to manage: Housekeeping, Cooking, Laundry & Ironing, Deep Cleans
  • Extensive experience in similar position within a luxury private family residence
  • High level of experience in a Housekeeping position with cooking ability
  • Flexible and able to accommodate principle and guests schedule
  • Service orientated and highly skilled
  • Certified Qualification and experience in housekeeping
  • Certified Qualifications and experience in cooking
  • Drivers Licence would be a plus
  • Own vehicle would be advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities 
  • Planning cleaning schedule and tasks in different parts of the property
  • Carrying out periodical deep cleans, as well as daily cleaning of the property 
  • Hoovering, sweeping, mopping and washing of floorboards, carpets, tiles and rugs 
  • Dusting and polishing delicate surfaces 
  • Laundry and Ironing 
  • Managing a VIP wardrobe
  • Regular cleaning and changing of bed linen 
  • Ensuring upkeep of porcelain, crystal, gold and silverware 
  • Maintaining and inventory of cleaning products and materials 
  • Flower arranging 
  • Overseeing stock and supply operations in regards to cleaning products and supplies 
  • Managing the purchase of fresh produce
  • Maintaining and inventory of fresh produce
  • Creating and cooking of weekly menu's
  • Cleaning and upkeep of hygiene standards within the kitchen
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner preparation with short notice
  • Potential dinner service duties during receptions and special occasions 
  • Geared towards general hygiene and cleaning standards set by family
  • Managing of service providers and deliveries
  • Stock control 
  • Working within a budget, expense reporting and admin 

Requirements
  • 3 years' experience working as a Housekeeper & Cook in a private residence 
  • Fluent English 
  • Driving Licence would be a plus
  • Cooking and Housekeeping experience - with Certificates
  • Dynamic, friendly yet professional person with kind and honest attributes who values the discretion required

Extra information
Schedule is flexible in accordance to the family needs (max 45 hour week)
Monday to Friday - 7am to 4pm, with possible weekend shifts from time to time as required

Salary
Negotiable with performance incentives 
 
Live out position - however accommodation may be negotiated
Full time placement with 1 month trial period

Position filled