Executive Live-In Butler & Household Manager

Vine Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Vine Recruitment is seeking an experienced senior household manager for a prestigious private residence in the Western Cape. This live-in role requires hands-on leadership, impeccable front-of-house service, and discreet support for principals and guests.

The ideal candidate will have a background as a Butler/House Manager or Head Housekeeper, strong organisational skills, and proficient Excel abilities for monthly reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a private household is essential.
• Senior hospitality exposure as Butler/House Manager/Head Housekeeper is required.
• Strong staff management and guest service skills expected.
• Excellent table setting, serving and presentation standards.
• Discretion, organisation and time management are crucial.
• PA and administrative capabilities are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily private household operations and staff.
• Coordinate staff and maintain exceptional service standards.
• Assist housekeepers with hands-on duties and housekeeping tasks.
• Set up and serve tables to high standards; serve drinks and canapés.
• Provide discreet front-of-house service and guest relations.
• Support hosting and guest experiences; manage residence administration.
• Prepare monthly Excel reconciliations for accounting.
• Run errands using the company vehicle.
• Ensure smooth running of residence and guest houses.

Skills

Private household experience

Staff management

Front-of-house service

Table setting

Discretion

Organisational skills

Personal Assistant duties

Excel

Driver's licence

Dog lover

Yachting background advantageous

Tools

Excel

Job description

Vine Recruitment is seeking an experienced senior household manager for a prestigious private residence in the Western Cape. This live-in role requires hands-on leadership, impeccable front-of-house service, and discreet support for principals and guests.

The ideal candidate will have a background as a Butler/House Manager or Head Housekeeper, strong organisational skills, and proficient Excel abilities for monthly reconciliations.