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Job: Guardian Couple 
Johannesburg, South Africa

Domestic Couple Job


An Estate Manager in charge of the property portfolio for a Principal who owns a villa in Sandhurst, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa requires the services of a very experienced and qualified Guardian Couple to care for this 1500 square meter home.
 
The couple will be in charge of all the Housekeeping & Valet / Security requirements of the home on a permanent basis with additional staff joining the team during the Principals visits.  A high level of cleanliness, hygiene, security and confidentiality will be expected at all times. The property currently employs a gardener and maintenance man on a permanent basis and thus team work will be required.
 
Full VIP housekeeping requirements to a very high standard are expected during Principal stays for both the family and guests. 
 
Candidates 

  • Fluent command of English in verbal and written communication _ South African education.
  • Honest and Trustworthy individual with a pro-active mind set
  • Detail oriented with experience working in a luxury residence
  • Extensive experience in similar position within a large private family residence or boutique hotel in South Africa
  • Qualifications and experience in domestic housekeeping & caring _ South African qualifications.
  • Flexible and able to accommodate manager and guest requests
  • Service orientated and highly skilled
  • Additional certificates would be a plus.
  • References will be required ​
 
Duties & Responsibilities

Guardian & Caretaker

  • Ensure security measures are in place, property is secure & all systems in working order
  • Access control of the main entrance at all times for guests & suppliers
  • General ability to undertake and complete errands as and when required (driver’s license required)
  • Assistant to property maintenance manager,  assisting with errands & general upkeep
  • Assistant to housekeeper as scheduled, for deep cleans, high level cleaning & exterior areas
  • Ability to compile a written & emailed report on a weekly & monthly basis
  • Reporting to and assisting Estate Manager as and when required with varied duties.
 
Housekeeper

  • Maintain cleaning check list & record
  • Detailed cleaning including carpets and windows, surfaces & antiques
  • Organizing and scheduling cleaning routines _ reporting to Estate Manager
  • Laundry and ironing including linens, VIP wardrobe and delicates
  • VIP wardrobe management
  • Simple sewing and repair to clothing
  • Household inventory management & grocery list for cleaning supplies.
  • Vendor supervision and reporting to estate manager
  • Running 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 with housekeepers, gardeners & kitchen staff
  • Assisting with kitchen hygiene & cleaning
  • Assisting in the preparation for functions / receptions & special occasions
  • Serving of guests when required at large functions.
  • Cleaning and packaging of function items after functions.
  • Guest room preparation for expected guests.
  • Bed making to hotel standard
  • Turn down service to hotel standard
  • Packing and unpacking luggage for guest arrivals and departures _ when required.
 
Requirements

  • 3 years' experience working as a housekeeper/manager in a private residence
  • Long term previous experience
  • Fluent English
  • Guardian and Housekeeping qualifications would be a plus.
  • Dynamic, friendly yet professional person with kind and honest attributes who values the discretion required
  • Driver’s License for at least one candidate.
 
Extra information

  • Schedule is flexible in accordance to the family needs (max 45 hour week)
  • Salary based on experience and qualifications for the right candidate.
  • Private apartment is included 
  • Full time placement with 3 month trial period
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Ad reference: 689 SA


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