Housekeeping jobs in Hermanus, Western Cape
- The Royal PortfolioHermanus, Western Cape
- Collaborate with colleagues as part of a team, supporting shared housekeeping and laundry standards across the property.
- The Royal PortfolioHermanus, Western Cape
- Collaborate with colleagues as part of a team, supporting shared housekeeping and laundry standards across the property.
Job Post Details
Housekeeper (seasonal contract) | Birkenhead House - job post
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Full job description
The Housekeeping team at Birkenhead House is integral to ensuring that as a property, we can live up to The Royal Portfolio's purpose, which is "To give our guests a complete experience and a perfect stay" .
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Attend daily handovers and follow instructions from the Housekeeping Manager.
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Ensure all public areas (floors, windows, furniture, fixtures) are cleaned and maintained to a consistently high standard.
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Prepare, clean, and stock guest rooms (arrivals, stay-overs, and turn-down) in line with standard operating procedures, ensuring 100% presentation quality.
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Manage guest laundry collection and return promptly and accurately.
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Monitor and report maintenance issues in both public areas and guest rooms without delay.
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Handle all stock, amenities, and linen responsibly, minimizing waste and ensuring adequate supply.
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Proactively identify and address any cleanliness or presentation issues on sight immediately.
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Collaborate with colleagues as part of a team, supporting shared housekeeping and laundry standards across the property.
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Maintain a professional appearance and the highest standards of personal hygiene at all times.
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Uphold the hotel's Purpose and Value Statement and standard operating procedures in all aspects of work, leading by example.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
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Matric certificate
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2+ years experience in Housekeeping in a luxury hotel environment
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Excellent communication skills, including the ability to read, write and converse well in English
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Well presented, professional, with high energy levels
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Punctual, reliable, mature, pro-active
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Team player with a positive attitude
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Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
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Preference will be given to candidates currently living in Hermanus, or the surrounding areas
It is important that the candidate is able to work as part of a team and is a good cultural fit for The Royal Portfolio.
South African citizenship is advantageous. A valid work permit is essential if you are not in possession of a South African ID document.
Please note it is a condition of employment, that all staff undergo a pre-employment polygraph test.