Qualified Butler

O'Brien Recruitment

  • Cape Town, Western Cape
  • R14,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Summary1) professionally trained in the manor of being a Butler2) professionally trained in food & beverage service an advantage3) must have experience working as a Butler for at least 4 to 5 years in a Private Household or Boutique GuesthousePlease forward your CV toThey will be responsible for the following duties:
  • Overseeing correct layout, change-over and upkeep of table services for breakfast, lunch and evening meals; preparing dining tables in traditional English or French styles
  • Maintaining and cleaning valuable silverware, fine porcelain and crystal wares
  • Preparing travel plans for daily excursions and luggage for international travel
  • Preserving and assisting in the managing the Owners private art collection
  • Managing stock in the wine cellar and has a vast knowledge of wine's in general
  • Managing and supervising the creation and upkeep of floral displays
  • Understanding, promoting and defending household protocols among staff and guests
  • Assisting in the training of household staff
  • Maintaining exhaustive, up-to-date inventories of valuables
  • Inviting and welcoming guests
  • Serving food and drinks, ensuring proper service at all time
  • Liaising with the Villa Manager
  • Taking full responsibility of maintaining and clean all three vehicles
  • Understanding that when the Owners are not in the Villa, the Villa is to be maintained with a strict cleaning schedule
Knowledge and experience
  • Fluent command of English verbally and written communication
  • Honest and trustworthy individual with a pro-active mind set
  • Detail oriented with the ability to manage the entire smooth running of the home in absence of the Villa Manager
  • Extensive experience in similar position within a private family residence with contactable references
  • High level of experience in Valet, Butler and Service positions
  • Flexible and able to accommodate business professional's schedule including public holidays and weekends
Personal attributes
  • Professional
  • Pro-active
  • Meticulous
  • Accountable
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Initiative
  • Energetic and dynamic
  • Attention to detail
Additional information
  • Schedule is flexible in accordance to the Villa's & Owners needs
  • Availability required on all Weekends and Public Holidays when the Owners are in the Villa
  • Full time contractual placement with 3 month probation period.
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