Executive Housekeeper Job

​A professional young couple residing in Cape Town, South Africa require the employment of a long term executive housekeeper. The candidates extensive experience in working in a large private residence, with full management responsibilities and cooking will be utilized to its full potential within this excellent opportunity. Qualified and energetic candidates can expect a competitive package with the option of accommodation.

Candidate
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• 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: schedule repairs, vendor and contractor relations
• Extensive experience in similar position within a large private family residence
• Qualifications and experience in domestic and cooking ability
• Flexible and able to accommodate principle and guest requests
• Service orientated and highly skilled
• Drivers Licence would be a plus

Duties & Responsibilities
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• Maintain cleaning check list as record of work done
• Detailed cleaning including carpets and windows
• Organizing and scheduling
• Laundry and ironing including linens, VIP wardrobe and delicates
• VIP wardrobe management
• Simple sewing and repair to clothing
• Household inventory management, grocery list and shopping
• Vendor supervision and scheduling
• Running errands
• Maintaining and purchasing of up-to-date household product inventories (food, cleaning supplies, medications etc)
• Special care of furnishings, delicate surfaces, high-end household appliances
• Hand-washing and special care of fine linens and delicate clothing
• Supervision of contract workers and gardeners
• Assisting in the preparation of meals
• Deep cleaning
• General home maintenance log and schedule of repairs
• Guest room preparation for expected guests
• Packing and unpacking luggage for family and guest arrivals and departures.

Requirements

• 3 years' experience working as a housekeeper/manager in a private residence
• Fluent English (French would be a plus)
• Cooking and Housekeeping qualifications advantageous
• 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)
• Salary based on experience and qualifications for the right candidate.
• Private room may be offered following trial period
• Full time placement with 1 month trial period

Salary
Good Salary, to be discussed

Position filled