Butler Job and Vacancy


A professional family residing in Johannesburg, South Africa, require the employment of a long term Butler (House Man / Cook / Chauffeur) to ensure the cleanliness, catering requirements and organization of their home.

The candidates extensive experience in working in a luxury private residence, with full housekeeping & 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, Driving Requirements
  • 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 License with a clean record
  • Own vehicle would be advantageous, however a vehicle may be provided by the company.

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
  • General vehicle cleanliness & upkeep
  • Chauffeur duties when and if required
  • Overall prioritizing and scheduling of the completion of all duties and responsibilities
  • Daily reporting directly to the property Principal

Requirements

  • 3 years' experience working as a Housekeeper / Cook / Chauffeur in a private residence 
  • Fluent English 
  • Driving License required
  • 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 
  • Monday to Friday, with possible weekend/public holiday shifts from time to time as and when required
  • Salary to be discussed
  • Live out position - however accommodation may be negotiated
  • Full time placement with 1 month trial period 


Position filled