Live-in Butler / Housekeeper Full Time Jobs

Live-in Butler / Housekeeper required in Cape Town.

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 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.

Important Information:

• Strictly 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.

Please note: Accommodation is provided for the successful candidate only. Regret, no dependants.