Job Description

Job Summary
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?Hotel-based Role: ASSISTANT HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER VACANCY
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Cape Town, Western Cape
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Exclusive 5* Boutique Hotel
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R20,000 - R25,000 per month (DOE)
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? Live-Out Role
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Position Overview
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A prestigious 5* boutique hotel is seeking a motivated and detail-driven
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Assistant Housekeeping Manager
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to support the Housekeeping Manager in upholding world-class cleanliness and presentation standards. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to foster a guest-centric, efficient, and sustainable housekeeping culture.
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Key Responsibilities
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Maintain guest rooms and public areas to the highest luxury standards.
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Supervise daily housekeeping operations, staff schedules, and workflow.
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Assist with recruitment, training, and mentorship of housekeeping staff.
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Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements to enhance satisfaction.
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Ensure compliance with SOPs, health, safety, and hygiene standards.
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Manage inventory, stock levels, and budget control, minimising waste.
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Promote sustainable housekeeping practices.
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Report maintenance issues promptly and ensure consistent property standards.
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Requirements & Qualifications
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Essential
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Minimum 2 years' experience as an Assistant Housekeeping Manager (or equivalent) in a 5* Boutique hotel
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Strong leadership and people management skills.
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Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
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Computer literacy with MS Office Suite.
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Knowledge of luxury housekeeping SOPs and health & safety compliance.
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Ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards consistently.
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Preferred
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Experience with Opera PMS or similar property management systems.
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Hospitality or housekeeping-related certification/qualification.
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Sustainability and "green practices" awareness.
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Personal Attributes
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Eye for detail with a proactive approach.
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Excellent grooming and professional presentation.
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Friendly, approachable, and team-oriented.
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Ability to motivate and inspire a team.
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Physically able to manage housekeeping duties where required.
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Package & Benefits
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Salary: R20,000 - R25,000 per month (dependent on experience).
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Live-out role - candidates
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must be Cape Town-based
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Gratuity: Paid monthly in arrears as per company policy.
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Professional growth within an exclusive hospitality environment.
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TO APPLY:
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Submit your CV, contactable references, and a recent head & shoulders photograph ASAP!
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Please Note:
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If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
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