📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWVine Recruitment is actively recruiting for a Live-in Butler / Housekeeper position in Cape Town. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: Not Specified • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant • Location Preference: in Cape Town
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Live-in Butler / Housekeeper position is an important role within the Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Live-in Butler / Housekeeper position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Hospitality Reference: CPT000507/AE Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Hospitality Reference: CPT000507/AE Sectors: Hospitality Reference: CPT000507/AE Reference: CPT000507/AE
Vacancy DetailsEmployer: Vine Recruitment
Our client is seeking an exceptional and highly professional Live-in Butler / House Manager / Head Housekeeper to join a prestigious private residence with fabulous gardens and extensive grounds, set high in the mountains with spectacular ocean views.
The residence comprises a beautifully renovated main house and three guest houses. The property has approximately 12 garden staff, including a Head Gardener, an Estate Manager and two housekeepers. Seasonal staff, including a private chef, are contracted as required.
This is a senior, uniformed and hands-on position, with a strong focus on service, household management and guest experience. The successful candidate will also be required to assist the housekeepers with hands-on duties when necessary.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESManage the daily operations of the private household. Coordinate and oversee household staff and ensure exceptional service standards. Assist with managing the housekeepers and support hands-on housekeeping duties. Set up and serve tables to an exceptionally high standard. Serve drinks and canapés to guests. Provide attentive, discreet and professional front-of-house service. Assist with hosting and ensuring a seamless guest experience. Maintain the highest standards of presentation and attention to detail. Provide Personal Assistant and administrative support to the principals. Manage household-related administration and correspondence. Prepare monthly reconciliations in Excel for submission to the accountant. Run work-related errands using the company vehicle. Assist with the smooth running of the residence and guest houses.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSPrevious experience working in a private household is essential. Experience in a Butler, House Manager, Head Housekeeper or similar senior hospitality position. Previous staff management experience. Strong front-of-house and guest service experience. Excellent table-setting and serving skills. Exceptional attention to detail and discretion. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Strong Personal Assistant and administrative abilities. Computer literate, with good Excel skills. Valid driver’s licence and confidence behind the wheel. A genuine love for dogs is essential. A background as a Chief Stewardess in the yachting industry would be advantageous. Professional, well-presented and service-oriented. Comfortable working in a hands-on, uniformed position.
Please note: Accommodation is provided for the successful candidate only. Regret, no dependants.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONStrictly non-smoking position. Full background checks will be conducted. References will be thoroughly checked. This is a live-in position requiring flexibility, discretion and a commitment to exceptional service.
APPLY NOWIf you have the experience, professionalism and passion for luxury private household service, we would love to hear from you.
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