Johannesburg: Private Estate Housekeeping Manager I Johannesburg posted by J D Specialized Recruitment

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Housekeeping Manager to join the household of a prominent private principal in Johannesburg. As a trusted cornerstone of the estate, you will oversee all aspects of linen, laundry, and wardrobe care for the principal’s luxury garments, ensuring seamless and proactive service across both private and VIP guest spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated team to deliver exceptional housekeeping services
• Design, implement, and manage detailed SOP’s across housekeeping, laundry, wardrobe management, and linen operations
• Lead the procurement, inventory control, rotation, and quality maintenance of linens across multiple properties
• Provide dynamic rostering to accommodate changing schedules, events, and requirements of a principal and VIP guests
• Ensure the highest levels of personal discretion, confidentiality, professionalism, and emotional intelligence

Requirements

• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive senior housekeeping experience within a private UHNW household or comparable high-standard residential environment
• Demonstrated ability to work with luxury and delicate fabrics including cashmere, silk, fine wool, and tailored garments
• Strong working knowledge of laundry best practices and eco-friendly cleaning products
• Experienced people leader with a track record of recruiting, training, developing, and performance-managing household teams

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications not specified.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary details not specified.