Job seekers with senior hotel housekeeping experience may be interested in the Housekeeping Supervisor vacancy advertised by Elchemie in Pretoria, Gauteng. The position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, with a stated remuneration package of R7,500 cost to company (CTC).
The employer is seeking a supervisor who can lead housekeeping teams, maintain hotel-quality cleaning standards, oversee room inspections and coordinate daily floor operations. Applicants should note that previous senior or lead supervisory experience specifically in hotel housekeeping is required.
Job Overview
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will help maintain housekeeping performance and service standards while supervising daily operations. The role combines staff management, quality control, client communication and administrative responsibilities.
Main duties include:
- Daily operations: Coordinate room allocations, staff deployment and shift handovers to keep housekeeping activities organised.
- Room inspections: Check completed rooms and public areas against the required hygiene and presentation standards.
- Team supervision: Guide junior supervisors, room attendants and cleaning staff, manage rosters and address absenteeism.
- Client communication: Liaise with the Executive Housekeeper and site management, respond to escalated concerns and support service-level agreement compliance.
- Stock and equipment control: Monitor linen, guest amenities and cleaning chemicals, check chemical dilution practices and oversee equipment maintenance.
- Safety and administration: Assist with basic site HR tasks, follow disciplinary procedures, conduct safety toolbox talks and support compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.
The role requires someone who can balance operational efficiency with consistent service quality.
Requirements and Qualifications
Applicants should review the stated requirements carefully before applying.
Essential requirements include:
- A Matric certificate.
- Between two and four years of senior or lead supervisory experience specifically in hotel housekeeping operations.
- Experience gained in commercial hotels, resorts or luxury hospitality environments.
- Reliable transport for punctual arrival at shift handovers.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
A tertiary qualification in Hospitality Management or Operations is described as highly advantageous, rather than compulsory.
Experience and Skills
Candidates should have practical experience managing housekeeping teams and maintaining hotel cleaning standards. The employer also expects knowledge of room inspection procedures, linen-count protocols and the safe management of cleaning chemicals, including MSDS documentation.
Strong leadership, diplomacy, problem-solving and communication skills are important. Applicants should be able to organise staff, handle difficult queries and encourage teamwork while maintaining professional standards.
Experience conducting quality audits and managing room turnaround processes will also be relevant to the responsibilities described in the vacancy.
Salary and Employment Details
The advertised remuneration is R7,500 CTC, including a 5.25% provident fund contribution. The supplied vacancy does not provide a separate basic salary figure or a detailed breakdown of the package.
The position is permanent and full-time. The employer also describes potential career progression for high performers towards Assistant Contract Manager and Contract Manager roles. This is a stated progression opportunity, not a guarantee of promotion.
Location and Working Schedule
The vacancy is listed for Pretoria, Gauteng. However, the description mentions Rosebank as the operational location and Sunnyside, Pretoria, in a separate transport requirement. Candidates should confirm the exact work site with the recruiter before accepting an offer.
The role requires flexible shift availability. Working schedules may include day shifts, night shifts, weekends and public holidays, depending on hotel operations.
Closing Date
The closing date is not specified by the employer in the supplied vacancy. Check the original listing for current availability before applying.
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