Housekeeping Attendant

Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Hout Bay; On-site; ZAR 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Attendant for a luxury hotel in Hout Bay. The role focuses on delivering pristine guest rooms, maintaining high hygiene and presentation standards, and supporting a fast-paced luxury environment.

The ideal candidate will have housekeeping experience, a strong eye for detail, and be comfortable working shifts, weekends, and public holidays. Live-out position with own accommodation in or around Hout Bay is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or Grade 12 would be advantageous.
• A housekeeping or hospitality-related qualification would be beneficial.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning procedures, hygiene standards and housekeeping practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide room servicing, bed-making and linen changes.
• Ensure bathroom cleaning procedures meet standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Handle guest amenities, linen and housekeeping supplies as required.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and guest room presentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Housekeeping/hospitality qualification (beneficial)

Job description

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or Grade 12 would be advantageous.
• A housekeeping or hospitality-related qualification would be beneficial.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning procedures, hygiene standards and housekeeping practices.

Experience Requirements

• Previous experience as a Housekeeping Attendant, Room Attendant or Housekeeper within a hotel, lodge or guesthouse.
• Experience within a luxury hotel or high-end hospitality environment would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of room servicing, bed-making, linen changes and bathroom cleaning procedures.
• Understanding of hotel cleanliness and presentation standards.
• Previous experience handling guest amenities, linen and housekeeping supplies.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and established housekeeping procedures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Strong understanding of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation standards.

Personal Attributes

• Hardworking, honest and reliable.
• Neat, well-presented and professional.
• Friendly, approachable and guest-focused.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Trustworthy and respectful of guest privacy and belongings.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Flexible and willing to assist colleagues when required.

Additional Requirements

• This is a live-out position. Candidates must have their own reliable accommodation in or around Hout Bay, Western Cape.
• Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required.
• Must be physically fit and able to perform housekeeping duties throughout the day.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and lift linen and cleaning supplies for extended periods.
• Must be able to commute reliably to and from the hotel.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated and service-oriented individual with previous housekeeping experience and a strong understanding of luxury hospitality standards. They must have exceptional attention to detail, take pride in presenting immaculate guest rooms and be committed to ensuring that every guest enjoys a clean, comfortable and welcoming experience.

Location Requirement

Candidates must reside in or around Hout Bay, or be able to commute daily, as this is a live-out position.