Valet Job and Vacancy


​An executive and his team require the in house services of a corporate host & valet to the butler with extensive hospitality / guest services experience within the exclusive private VIP entertainment venues within their business.  VIP corporate guests, friends and clients are entertained in a private VIP suite within the company premises - allowing each visitor to this exclusive area to receive the highest level of attentive and personalised service. 

​This five star venue is managed as a private lounge, spa and meeting place for clients, with modern and up to date facilities as expected in a fine boutique hotel.  The service level and hosting services rendered require a strong, modern, silver service orientated individual with a flair for presentation in all respects.  A very competitive remuneration package will be offered to the candidate with the highest qualifications and level of experience.

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 the entire smooth running of the venue, service staff and services offered.
  • Extensive experience in guest relations, hospitality and food preparation within a fine dining hospitality setting. 
  • High level of experience in Valet, Hosting, Floor Manager and Service positions.
  • Flexible and able to accommodate principle and guests schedule including public holidays and weekends.
  • Certificate Qualifications in Guest Relations preferable. 

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Overseeing correct greeting procedures, guest services and guest request protocol is followed at all times.
  • Maintaining and cleaning valuable silverware, fine porcelain and crystal ware.
  • Assisting the butler with maintaining employer's VIP wardrobe & facility laundry requirements (ensuring timely washing, pressing, arranging, folding
         and packing)
  • Preparing venue areas for receptions as per instruction from the Butler.
  • Preserving and managing security for private art & valuable collections.
  • Taking stock and supply, in particular of high value commodities and reporting to the Butler directly.
  • Ensuring guest requests are communicated to the correct departments.
  • Understanding, promoting and defending "household-style" protocols among staff and guests.
  • Working within a team and reporting all activities directly to the Butler.
  • Assisting with exhaustive, up-to-date inventories or supplies and valuables.
  • Welcoming guests, with an aptitude for guest relations.
  • Serving food & beverage, ensuring proper service at all time in relation to the reception theme and ambiance. (flair for presentation)
  • Serving at social events and arranging specific details for receptions.
  • Taking telephone calls, proper handling of correspondence.
  • Complete and total facility cleaning & hospitality schedule.

Requirements
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  • 3 years' experience working as a Butler/Household Manager in a corporate environment
  • Certificate Qualification for Guest Relations (Hospitality) 
  • Fluent English + additional African language 
  • Additional housekeeping / cooking / laundry skills will be advantageous
  • Dynamic, friendly yet professional person with kind and honest attributes who values the high level of discretion required.
  • Extra information
  • Schedule is flexible in accordance to the business operating hours and employers needs - max 45 hour week.
  • Availability required on all Weekends and Public Holidays
  • Salary based on experience and qualifications for the right candidate. (R7,000 - R8,500)
  • Full time placement with 1 month trial period

Position filled