Job Description
Housekeeper | Cape Town | Private Property
We are seeking an experienced HOUSEKEEPER to join the team of a private household located in Bishopscourt, Cape Town.
This is a long‑term opportunity to become part of a South African family’s home, ensuring the highest standards of care and presentation for both the owners and their selective rental guests.
Housekeeper – Role Overview
- The property is a private residence in a luxury area of Bishopscourt, occupied by a young couple for four months of the year.
- During the remaining months, the home is rented out to carefully chosen guests, requiring consistent upkeep and guest‑ready presentation.
- These are permanent positions, ideal for candidates who want to build a long‑term relationship with the family and contribute positively to the household environment.
Housekeeper – Key Responsibilities
- Daily Housekeeping: Clean and maintain all areas of the home to a consistently high standard.
- Laundry Care: Washing, ironing, and garment care.
- Guest Readiness: Ensure spaces are prepared for owners and rental guests.
- Furnishings & Equipment: Care for fittings, furnishings, and household equipment.
- Checklist Compliance: Follow structured daily checklists and household guidelines.
- Professional Interaction: Engage warmly and professionally with owners and guests.
- Team Collaboration: Work effectively alongside another housekeeper, reporting to the owners and management company.
Housekeeper – Candidate Requirements
Experience & Background
- Valid South African ID or legal right to work in South Africa.
- Previous experience in luxury household housekeeping or hospitality housekeeping.
- Solid laundry knowledge and garment care skills.
Skills & Attributes
- Fluent in English, with strong communication skills.
- Honest, loyal, hardworking, and detail‑oriented.
- Warm, homely personality that enhances the household atmosphere.
- Professional, discreet, and respectful of privacy at all times.
- Willingness to learn correct cleaning methods for luxury surfaces and finishes.
- No criminal record.
- Able to work during weekends and public holidays when required.
Housekeeper – Practical Requirements
- Own transport or comfort with public transport.
- Flexibility to work in Bishopscourt.
- Potential suitability for a live‑in arrangement – will be decided during the interview process.
Position Details
- Position Type: this is a full time position
- Working Hours: standard 40 hours per week
- Working Days: 5 days per week, with flexibility for weekends and public holidays
- Overtime Pay: 1.5× for weekends, 2× for public holidays
- Salary Range: R 9,000 – R11,000 per month (net, dependent on experience)
- Accommodation: this is a Live‑out position, with potential live‑in option
- Estimated Start Date: October 2026
- Probation Period: 3 months
Training & Support
- Structured training provided, supported by detailed checklists and household guidelines.
- Commitment to setting the team up for success and ensuring smooth integration into the household.
How to apply for the Housekeeper vacancy:
To apply for Housekeeper | Cape Town | Private Property, please submit your updated CV with a full length photo.
We appreciate all applications. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment within 10 working days of submission.
