Executive Housekeeper

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Staff accommodation

Hotel discounts

Leadership role in Pretoria hotel

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Executive Housekeeper for a luxury hotel in Pretoria to lead and inspire the housekeeping team, ensuring immaculate guest rooms and public areas.

You will manage linen and supplies inventory, develop cleaning schedules, enforce hygiene standards, and drive guest satisfaction through exceptional service and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in housekeeping management, preferably in luxury hotels.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and ensure high hygiene standards.
• Strong organizational and planning capabilities.
• Excellent communication with teams, peers, and guests.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily housekeeping operations, including room attendants, supervisors, and public area cleaners.
• Ensure guest rooms, suites, and public spaces meet top standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Oversee inventory of linens, supplies, and equipment with cost-conscious procurement.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and SOPs for the department.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure quality and identify maintenance needs.
• Train and motivate staff to maintain a service-focused, professional culture.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Staff management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Executive Housekeeper to lead the housekeeping department of their esteemed hotel in Pretoria . This role is crucial for maintaining the hotel's image of cleanliness, orderliness, and comfort. You will be responsible for managing the housekeeping team, ensuring immaculate presentation of all guest rooms and public areas, managing inventory of linens and supplies, and upholding the highest standards of hygiene and guest satisfaction. This position requires a proactive leader with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to operational excellence in a demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of the housekeeping staff, including room attendants, supervisors, and public area cleaners.
• Ensure all guest rooms, suites, and public spaces are cleaned and maintained to the highest standards of presentation and hygiene.
• Manage inventory of housekeeping supplies, linens, and equipment, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely procurement.
• Develop and implement cleaning schedules and standard operating procedures for the department.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms and public areas to ensure quality and identify maintenance needs.
• Train and motivate housekeeping staff, fostering a team-oriented and service-focused culture.

Requirements

• Significant experience in housekeeping management, preferably in a luxury hotel setting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a large team effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and best practices in hotel hygiene.
• Good organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Staff accommodation or allowance.
• Discounts on hotel services and facilities.
• A leadership role in a well-regarded hotel in Pretoria .