House Manager / Butler

Hire Resolve; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable

Job summary

Hire Resolve is seeking an experienced House Manager/Butler for a senior live-in position at a private residence in Noordhoek. You will manage household staff, oversee front-of-house service, and support daily operations in a large estate with multiple guest houses.

The ideal candidate has extensive private household experience, staff management, and excellent table service. You must be discreet, hands-on, and comfortable driving and caring for dogs in a live-in setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in private households is essential.
• Staff management experience is essential.
• Strong front of house and guest service experience.
• Excellent table-setting and serving skills.
• Confident and capable driver with a valid driver's licence.
• Personal Assistant and administrative skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee household staff, including housekeepers and garden staff, ensuring standards are maintained.
• Provide hands-on support to the housekeeping team when required.
• Set up and serve tables to an exceptional standard with attention to detail.
• Serve drinks, canapés and refreshments to residents and guests.
• Provide attentive, discreet front of house service and guest hosting support.
• Maintain day-to-day running of the residence and assist with events.

Skills

Private household experience

Staff management

Front of house service

Table setting & serving

Driving

Personal Assistant skills

Discretion & professionalism

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

Job description

A leading private residential estate is looking for an experienced House Manager / Butler with strong experience in private households, front of house service, staff management and hands-on household operations to join their team in Noordhoek. This is a senior, live-in position at a privately owned residence with extensive gardens and grounds, multiple guest houses and a dedicated household and garden team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining exceptional service standards, assisting with household operations and ensuring guests receive attentive yet discreet service.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee household staff, including housekeepers and garden staff, ensuring standards are consistently maintained
• Provide hands-on support to the housekeeping team when required
• Set up and serve tables to an exceptional standard, with strong attention to detail
• Serve drinks, canapés and refreshments to residents and guests
• Provide attentive, discreet and professional front of house service
• Assist with hosting and guest requirements within the residence
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the household and residence
• Undertake driving duties and work-related errands using the company vehicle
• Provide Personal Assistant support as required
• Maintain accurate records and prepare monthly reconciliations in Excel for the accountant
• Assist with seasonal events and additional household requirements when needed
• Work confidently around dogs and contribute to their care and wellbeing within the household environment

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a private household is essential
• Previous staff management experience is essential
• Strong front of house and guest service experience
• Excellent table-setting and serving skills
• Confident and capable driver with a valid driver's licence
• Previous experience in a Butler, House Manager, Head Housekeeper or similar senior household position
• Chief Stewardess / Chief Stew experience would be highly advantageous
• Strong Personal Assistant and administrative skills
• Computer literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail
• Professional, discreet and service-oriented approach
• Comfortable working in a hands-on role
• Must be comfortable working with dogs
• Must be comfortable with a live-in position
• Must be willing to undergo full background checks and reference checks
• Strictly non-smoking position

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.