Franschhoek: Housekeeping Supervisor – Valid Drivers License Essential posted by C & G Hospitality Recruitment T/A Hotelrecruiters

Small luxury Boutique Hotel is requiring a hands-on Executive Housekeeper Kindly note this position is live-out (No Accommodation) and the preferred candidate must have a valid SA Driver’s License as per the client’s requirements. Minimum Requirements: • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position within a 5 star luxury property • Impeccable communication skills both written and verbal • Must be computer literate • Leadership experience • Strong training skills and experience • Effective rostering abilities • Knowledgeable with the controlling of expenses and inventories • Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist to Manage & Supervise housekeeping staff • Ensures inter-departmental co-operation, working collaboratively with other departmental heads to ensure maximum effectiveness and output for all departments occurs. • Makes daily checks on rooms and other facilities to ensure the standards have been met, and daily operational timings adhered to. • Keeps records and performs stocktaking exercises • Assists in receiving, storing and control of all Housekeeping supplies, equipment, linen and uniforms • Prepares housekeepers work duty lists and distributes master keys, ensuring that keys are returned at the end of every shift • Maintains an excellent and courteous relationship with guests • Performs additional management duties within the lodge environment. • Reports any maintenance defects to the Maintenance Department timeously • Performs whatever additional duties that Senior management deems fit • Be required to work overtime when requested by Senior Management CORE COMPETENCIES • Ability to work in a pressurized environment • Willingness to work flexible time • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail • Excellent co-ordination and organisational skills • Presentable, well-spoken individual • Be fully computer literate and able to create spreadsheets.