Job Description

Closing Date: 2026-02-13
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Skilled
Experience: Between 3 - 5 Years
EE/AA: No
Summary
House Manager - Private Residence - Camps Bay Cape Town
Our client, a professional family private residence based in Camps Bay, Cape Town, is seeking a dedicated House Manager to oversee household operations, culinary services, driving, and childcare.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional who enjoys structured, high-standard household management within a family-oriented environment.
Description
The House Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of the household Monday to Friday, with occasional overnight stays once a month to provide childcare and home support while the mother travels.
Duties include planning and preparing meals, school lunches, and afternoon teas, managing laundry and cleaning, maintaining household supplies, and supervising household routines to ensure a neat, organised, and hotel-quality environment.
Additional responsibilities include driving children to school and activities, handling general shopping and errands, pet care, and coordinating maintenance tasks. The role also requires monthly overnight stays to assist with travel support, ensuring the household and children are fully cared for during these periods.
Working Hours & Remuneration

• Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
• Monthly overnight sleepover: Wednesday 09:00 - Friday 18:00
• Salary: R15,000 per month (overtime paid as required)

Minimum Requirements

• Trained chef with experience in hospitality or hotel kitchens
• Strong household management and organisational skills
• Minimum 5 years' driving experience with a valid driver's license
• General housekeeping experience including laundry, cleaning, and home maintenance
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and prioritise duties
• Professional, trustworthy, and fully referenceable

Skills Required