TRAFFIC Western Cape

ASSISTANT HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER - FRANSCHHOEK - WESTERN CAPE

Tych Business Solutions

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Provide direction, oversight, and guidance to the Housekeeping Team, ensuring they are motivated and aligned with the hotel's standards.
Facilitate communication and collaboration within the Housekeeping Team and across other departments.
Prepare weekly work schedules for the Housekeeping department based on the weekly forecast and allocate tasks to staff accordingly.
Check daily manning levels to ensure the department is adequately staffed at all times.
Inspect guest rooms and public areas to ensure that furnishings, facilities, and equipment are clean, well maintained, and in good repair.
Implement and monitor departmental par stock levels for chemicals, amenities, linen, and other items in collaboration with Hotel Management.
Monitor and control inventories for operating equipment, linen, stationery, guest supplies, cleaning supplies, and uniforms to maintain par stocks and control costs.
Identify areas where waste can be reduced, and financial savings made, and monitor service practices to achieve waste reduction targets.
Ensure that departmental training records are up to date and reflect all training conducted.
Implement and monitor an effective key control system for areas relevant to the Housekeeping Department, ensuring the safety and security of guests, staff, equipment, and supplies.

Experience and Skills

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position within a 5-star luxury property
Impeccable communication skills both written and verbal
Leadership experience
Strong training skills and experience
Effective rostering abilities
Knowledgeable with the controlling of expenses and inventories
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
Diploma in Hospitality
Valid driver s license
High level of physical endurance

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Salary Benchmark

R42,824/month

R29,904 to R59,610/month

Source: WageIndicator ZAR data

Job Outlook

This career will have large numbers of openings.

Key Skills for This Role

Active Listening Service Orientation Speaking Coordination Critical Thinking

Common Technologies

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Related Career Paths

Date Posted

27 Mar 2026

Location

Western Cape, South Africa

Median Salary (ZAR)

R42,824/month

Job Outlook

This career will have large numbers of openings.