Room Attendant (Fixed-Term Contract)
South African National Parks SANParks · Western Cape
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- Grade 12 Matric / NCV level 4 or equivalent.
- 1-2 years practical work experience in public cleaning/ tourism environment.
- Communication skills both Written and Verbal.
- Knowledge of health and safety in the workplace.
- Knowledge of how to use cleaning tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Basic understanding of customer service principles to interact politely and professionally with guests.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- Must be willing to work weekends, public holidays, and varying shifts as required by the hospitality industry.
- Knowledge of First Aid will be added as advantage.
Responsibilities
- Perform cleaning duties in and around chalets and guest facilities, including bed linen changes, floor cleaning sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, furniture polishing, and waste removal, in line with cleanliness standards.
- Clean public areas such as reception, restrooms, and walkways, and report abnormalities e.g., damages, spillages to the supervisor for corrective action.
- Monitor and control inventory items, ensuring prescribed stock levels of guest amenities, linen, and cleaning supplies are maintained in all units.
- Report all maintenance issues promptly in accordance with the established standard operating procedures.
- Maintain high service quality standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives as directed.
- Manage and respond to guest expectations and basic needs promptly and courteously within scope of duties.
- Use effective interpersonal skills to respond to and anticipate guest needs in a timely, courteous, and professional manner.
- Consistently adhere to established hospitality service standards.
- Handle lost and found items according to standard operating procedures and report them to the supervisor.
- Organize and prioritize daily tasks to ensure timely and efficient completion of cleaning and housekeeping duties.
- Assist with laundry duties including collection, sorting, bagging, and storage of linen, as per procedure.
- Comply with all health and safety procedures, including use of PPE, chemical handling, and hygiene protocols.
- Maintain daily control over cleaning materials issued and uphold high standards of cleanliness in all duties.
- Follow daily procedures for handling, distributing, and storing clean linen.
Closing Date
- 06 August 2026