Live-in Butler / Housekeeper
Tourism/Hospitality - Travel/Tourism Western Cape FULL TIME Job Summary 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 RESPONSIBILITIES Manage 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 REQUIREMENTS Previous 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 INFORMATION Strictly non-smoking position…
Western Cape is an important market for jobs and professional roles in South Africa. The Western Cape mixes tourism, agriculture, tech, and creative industries with strong municipal and NGO hiring. Cape Town roles often attract national applicants, so local availability can be an advantage. Hospitality, wine and agriculture, software, design, and green-energy projects are common. Seasonal hiring spikes around summer; graduate programmes often open in the first half of the year. Peak-season traffic and long commutes from outlying towns can affect reliability. Mention clearly whether you can work on-site in Cape Town, Stellenbosch, or surrounding areas.
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