The Talent Room is recruiting a Live-in Housekeeper for a private family in George, Western Cape. The vacancy is advertised as a permanent, full-time, long-term live-in position supporting a private international family with children and two dogs.
The role involves independently managing the household and maintaining the residence to a high standard. The successful candidate will handle cleaning, laundry, ironing, household organisation, light food preparation, stock management and assistance with the family's dogs.
Job Overview
Job Detail Information
Job Title Live-in Housekeeper
Employer The Talent Room
Location George, Western Cape
Employment Type Permanent
Work Type Full-time, live-in
Reference Tal000591-DK-1
Salary Not specified by the employer
Closing Date Not specified by the employer
Experience Extensive previous housekeeping experience required
Key Responsibilities
The housekeeper will be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep and organisation of the residence. Duties include:
- Cleaning and maintaining the home.
- Managing household activities independently.
- Completing laundry and high-quality ironing.
- Maintaining household linen and clothing.
- Assisting with light food preparation and kitchen duties.
- Keeping the residence organised and well maintained.
- Monitoring household supplies and stock.
- Preparing the home before the family's arrival.
- Assisting with the family's two dogs when required.
- Looking after the residence while the family is travelling.
- Working with other household staff where applicable.
- Identifying household needs and taking appropriate initiative.
Requirements and Qualifications
Applicants should have extensive previous experience as a housekeeper, preferably within a private household.
The vacancy also requires:
- Excellent laundry and ironing skills.
- Experience with kitchen duties and light food preparation.
- Strong organisation and self-management.
- Ability to work independently without constant supervision.
- An honest, reliable and trustworthy approach.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Comfort working around children and dogs.
- Contactable references.
- A clear criminal record.
- Willingness to live in while the family is in South Africa.
Experience and Skills
This position is suited to candidates who can independently manage household responsibilities and maintain high standards without constant supervision. Private-household experience is preferred, while strong laundry, ironing, organisation and food-preparation skills are specifically highlighted in the vacancy.
The employer states that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
Salary and Employment Details
The position is permanent, full-time and long-term, with a live-in arrangement. The vacancy does not provide a specific salary.
Salary: Not specified by the employer.
The vacancy notes that the family spends approximately four to five months each year in South Africa, with the remainder of the year overseas. It states that this arrangement can provide extended periods off when the family travels.
Location
The position is based in George, Western Cape, working in the private residence of an international family.
Who Should Apply?
The opportunity is intended for experienced housekeepers who are comfortable working independently in a private household. Candidates should be able to manage cleaning, laundry, ironing, household organisation and related duties while being comfortable around children and dogs.
How to Apply
The supplied vacancy identifies The Talent Room as the recruitment company and provides its website and social media channels. The vacancy does not provide a specific application email address or direct application URL.
Application: Application instructions were not fully specified in the supplied vacancy.
Jobumenia Tip
Before applying, make sure your CV clearly demonstrates your private-household housekeeping experience, laundry and ironing skills, ability to work independently, and relevant references. Never pay money to obtain a job.
Closing Date
Not specified by the employer. Applicants should verify that the vacancy is still available before applying.
Source and Verification
The vacancy supplied to Jobumenia identifies The Talent Room as the recruitment company and gives reference Tal000591-DK-1.
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