Western Cape: Assistant Room Service Manager posted by Hospitality Hire

Critical Criteria (Requirements)

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in hotel Room Service or Food & Beverage operations in a 4/5-star property
• Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in room service, F&B, or luxury hotel dining preferred
• Knowledge of hotel PMS (Opera or similar) and room service order management systems
• Hospitality qualification or diploma advantageous
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and resolve guest issues efficiently
• Strong organizational, planning, and operational management abilities
• South African citizen with a valid ID
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Key Competencies

? Guest-Centric Leadership – Ensures smooth, luxury-standard service across all in-room dining operations
? Operational Precision – Monitors workflows, resolves issues, and maintains service excellence
? Team Management – Supervises, motivates, and develops Room Service attendants and staff
? Problem Solving & Decision Making – Handles operational challenges and guest concerns effectively
? Collaboration & Communication – Coordinates with kitchen, housekeeping, and management teams for seamless service

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Room Service Manager in overseeing daily room service operations and schedules
• Ensure prompt, accurate, and professional delivery of in-room dining orders
• Supervise, mentor, and support room service staff, maintaining high service standards
• Address and resolve guest complaints or special requests promptly and professionally
• Coordinate with kitchen, F&B, and housekeeping departments to ensure smooth operations
• Monitor service delivery, adherence to SOPs, and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Oversee order accuracy, presentation, and portion control to maintain brand standards
• Assist with training, coaching, and development of room service team members
• Maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards in compliance with hotel policies and regulations
• Live and promote the hotel’s values of Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion, and Integrity

Important Application Notes

• Must hold a valid South African ID
• Only candidates with proven Room Service or F&B supervisory experience will be shortlisted
• Ensure your CV is 100% updated
• All applicants will attend a virtual introduction interview
• Recruitment aligns with the company’s Employment Equity Plan

About The President Hotel
The President Hotel is on a journey to be considered a true luxury destination.
Our purpose: to create and inspire memorable experiences.
Our vision: to become Cape Town’s most loved hotel.
Set in the heart of Bantry Bay, between Cape Town’s vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, The President Hotel offers 349 stylish rooms, suites, and apartments, breathtaking views, a palm-lined infinity pool, world-class dining, and state-of-the-art conference and event venues. The property provides an iconic working environment where excellence meets opportunity.