South Africa: Gardener & Housekeeper Couple – Graaff-Reinet posted by HotelJobs

Private house on a working farm located between Graaff-Reinet & Aberdeen in the Eastern Cape is looking for a hospitality trained Farm Caretaker Couple to oversee Housekeeping & Landscaping on the property. Duties will include the overall management of the homestead and maintenance of the gardens and will include both household and outdoor tasks. We are looking for a pro-active couple to act in the owners interest when theyre not in residence, we want two pairs of eyes and expert hands that are reliable; sober and will take care of an extraordinary property as if it was their own. Duties: She: Act as housekeeper Cleaning Managing the house Laundry Cooking for the family Regularly checking on the condition of the property and reporting any issues to the owners. He: Look after the landscaped gardens around the farmhouse Tend to a small flock of poultry that free range Assist his partner in the house (floors/ fires/ aga etc) Ensuring the overall security of the property Overseeing maintenance and repairs at the homestead Requirements: Grade 12 Formal hospitality qualification At least 2 3 years experience in a lodge or guest farm environment Experience in feeding and caring for farm animals Able to ensure that the property is well-maintained, addressing any repairs, and landscaping Working effectively as a couple is crucial for this role. Willingness to tackle a variety of tasks, both big and small. Reliability and trustworthiness is essential for managing and maintaining a property, especially when the owners are absent. Adaptability to changing needs and unexpected situations. Effectively communicating with owners, staff, and contractors. Valid drivers license.