Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Assistant Housekeeping Manager to join our team at Craven Cottage CC in Franschhoek. As a key member of our hotel’s operations, you will be responsible for leading the Housekeeping Team and ensuring that we maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hospitality. If you have a passion for hospitality and excellent leadership skills, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direction, oversight, and guidance to the Housekeeping Team, ensuring they are motivated and aligned with the hotel’s standards.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration within the Housekeeping Team and across other departments.
- Prepare weekly work schedules for the Housekeeping department based on the weekly forecast and allocate tasks to staff accordingly.
- Check daily manning levels to ensure the department is adequately staffed at all times.
- Inspect guest rooms and public areas to ensure that furnishings, facilities, and equipment are clean, well-maintained, and in good repair.
- Implement and monitor departmental par-stock levels for chemicals, amenities, linen, and other items in collaboration with Hotel Management.
- Monitor and control inventories for operating equipment, linen, stationery, guest supplies, cleaning supplies, and uniforms to maintain par stocks and control costs.
- Identify areas where waste can be reduced, and financial savings made, and monitor service practices to achieve waste reduction targets.
- Ensure that departmental training records are up to date and reflect all training conducted.
- Implement and monitor an effective key control system for areas relevant to the Housekeeping Department, ensuring the safety and security of guests, staff, equipment, and supplies.
Requirements
- Grade 12
- A formal hospitality qualification
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position within a 5-star luxury property
- Impeccable communication skills both written and verbal
- 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
- Valid driver`s license
- High level of physical endurance
Qualifications
- Formal hospitality qualification
Salary & Benefits
Salary will be determined based on experience.
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The Western Cape, South Africa is home to a thriving media and photography industry, offering a range of career opportunities for those with a passion for visual storytelling and digital content creation. Typically, this field is driven by the growth of technology and social media, leading to an increased demand for skilled professionals who can produce high-quality content.
Generally, salaries in this industry vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. While it’s difficult to provide exact figures, broad salary ranges for media and photography positions in Western Cape typically fall within the following bands: R300 000 – R600 000 per annum for junior roles, and R600 000 – R1 200 000 per annum for senior or specialized positions. However, salaries can fluctuate based on individual circumstances, industry trends, and geographic location.
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The financial services sector, technology industry, and manufacturing sector are common industries that employ media and photography professionals in Western Cape. Other sectors, such as tourism, education, and healthcare, also value the skills offered by this profession. Often, companies in these sectors require media professionals to create engaging content for their websites, social media channels, and marketing materials.
Career development opportunities for media and photography professionals in Western Cape are diverse and varied. Typically, senior roles involve leading teams of photographers and editors, while specialized positions may focus on video production, social media management, or brand storytelling. Common career progression paths include moving from junior to senior roles within the same company, taking up freelance work, or starting one’s own business. With experience and continuous skill-building, professionals in this field can expect to see significant growth and advancement opportunities.
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