House Manager / Butler

A leading private residential estate is looking for an experienced House Manager / Butler with strong experience in private households, front of house service, staff management and hands-on household operations to join their team in Noordhoek. This is a senior, live-in position at a privately owned residence with extensive gardens and grounds, multiple guest houses and a dedicated household and garden team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining exceptional service standards, assisting with household operations and ensuring guests receive attentive yet discreet service. Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee household staff, including housekeepers and garden staff, ensuring standards are consistently maintained

• Provide hands-on support to the housekeeping team when required

• Set up and serve tables to an exceptional standard, with strong attention to detail

• Serve drinks, canapés and refreshments to residents and guests

• Provide attentive, discreet and professional front of house service

• Assist with hosting and guest requirements within the residence

• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the household and residence

• Undertake driving duties and work-related errands using the company vehicle

• Provide Personal Assistant support as required

• Maintain accurate records and prepare monthly reconciliations in Excel for the accountant

• Assist with seasonal events and additional household requirements when needed

• Work confidently around dogs and contribute to their care and wellbeing within the household environment

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a private household is essential

• Previous staff management experience is essential

• Strong front of house and guest service experience

• Excellent table-setting and serving skills

• Confident and capable driver with a valid driver's licence

• Previous experience in a Butler, House Manager, Head Housekeeper or similar senior household position

• Chief Stewardess / Chief Stew experience would be highly advantageous

• Strong Personal Assistant and administrative skills

• Computer literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Excellent attention to detail

• Professional, discreet and service-oriented approach

• Comfortable working in a hands-on role

• Must be comfortable working with dogs

• Must be comfortable with a live-in position

• Must be willing to undergo full background checks and reference checks

• Strictly non-smoking position

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable. Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Apply for this role today, contact Abigail King at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website:  hireresolve.us  or email us your CV:   logistics@hireresolve.za.com

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.