Butler / Chef in ​Bloemfontein, South Africa


A professional family residing in Bloemfontein, South Africa, require the employment of a long term Butler / Chef to ensure the cleanliness, catering requirements and organization of their luxury private residence. The candidates extensive experience in working in a luxury private residence, with full housekeeping & domestic management responsibilities of related staff 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 do: 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 house management & food preperation

Duties & Responsibilities 
  • Planning cleaning schedule and tasks in different parts of the property
  • Managing and executing periodical deep cleans, as well as daily cleaning of the property  
  • Managing a VIP wardrobe
  • Managing laundry 
  • 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 with chefs
  • Managing 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
  • 5 years' experience working as a Butler/chef
  • Fluent English 
  • Cooking and House Management experience - with Certificates
  • Dynamic, friendly yet professional person with kind and honest attributes who values the discretion required


Very good salary for the most suitable candidate.
All travel expenses, meals and accommodation provided.
Accommodation & a company vehicle provided
8 to 6 hours per day, 6 days per week.
Start – ASAP

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Position filled