Household Manager (Cape Town)

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Work From Home - Earn Something By Just Working At Home

Remuneration:	negotiable basic salary
Location:	Cape Town
Job level:	Mid/Senior
Own transport required:	Yes
Type:	Permanent
Reference:	#AACHM
Company:	AAC

Job description

A private household is seeking a polished, experienced, and highly organized Household Manager / Butler to oversee the daily operations of a sophisticated residence. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, a service‑orientated mindset, and the ability to manage staff and household functions with precision and professionalism.

This role is well‑suited to a candidate who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys both supervisory and hands-on responsibilities, and takes pride in delivering consistently high service standards.

Key responsibilities

Household and staff management

Full oversight of daily household operations
Supervision of housekeeping and gardening staff
Hands-on involvement in maintenance tasks where necessary, in coordination with the Maintenance Team
Ensuring high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation
Managing household schedules, task lists, and service workflows
Training and mentoring household staff

Personal assistant duties

Managing diaries, appointments, and personal tasks
Running errands, including shopping and collections
Coordinating and supervising events
Providing efficient, proactive lifestyle support

Service and hospitality

Providing formal or informal service as required (Food & Beverage)
Basic cooking skills welcome; cooking is beneficial but not essential
Ensuring guest areas and entertainment spaces are impeccably prepared
Care and cleaning of silver, glassware, and fine artefacts

Household operations

Laundry care and wardrobe management (essential)
Pet care (cats)
Overseeing household maintenance schedules and contractors
Basic technical or electronic knowledge beneficial but not required
No responsibility for household accounts or budgeting

Requirements

Skills required

Proven household management experience within a private residence or luxury environment
Excellent communication skills – fluent, professional English (spoken and written)
High level of attention to detail and organizational ability
Personal assistant skills, including diary management, errands, and coordination
Ability to oversee housekeeping and gardening teams, with hands‑on involvement when required
Experience with household maintenance scheduling and contractor supervision
Food and Beverage service skills and formal/informal service knowledge
Basic cooking skills (advantageous but not essential)
Strong time management and prioritization skills
Professional, corporate personal presentation and discretion
Ability to run errands, drive, and manage logistics independently
Comfortable coordinating events and household functions
Pet care experience (cats)
Valid driver’s license and own vehicle

Posted on 26 Mar 13:18, Closing date 25 May