Description:
We are seeking a professional, service‑oriented House Manager / Butler to oversee the daily running of a private luxury villa in the Cape Winelands. This is a full‑time, live‑in role ideal for someone who loves animals and enjoys delivering discrete, 5‑star service in a relaxed but high‑standards environment.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure the smooth daily running of the villa, interior and exterior, to a consistently high standard.
- Hands‑on hosting of the principal and guests: welcoming arrivals, cooking and serving meals and drinks, and anticipating needs.
- Day‑to‑day care of four dogs and one cat: feeding, basic grooming, administering simple medication as needed, and ensuring their safety and wellbeing when the owners are at home and away.
- Oversee and coordinate any household staff, cleaners and external service providers (garden, pool, maintenance contractors).
- Manage household supplies and provisioning (groceries, pet food, beverages, cleaning products) and keep stock levels organised.
- Coordinate and supervise routine maintenance, repairs and service visits, ensuring the property is always guest‑ready.
- Assist with occasional small events or dinners at the villa (table setting, service, coordination with chefs or caterers).
- Drive for errands, shopping and airport/restaurant transfers, using the household van when required.
Requirements
- Female candidate due to the live‑in nature of the role and accommodation setup.
- Proven experience as a House Manager, Butler or senior housekeeping/front‑of‑house role in a private residence, boutique hotel, or 5‑star lodge.
- Must genuinely love and be comfortable with dogs and cats, including living with them and caring for multiple animals.
- Valid South African driver’s licence and confident driving skills; must be comfortable driving a van.
- Excellent spoken and written English; additional languages an advantage.
- High attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a calm, solution‑focused attitude.
- Discrete, trustworthy and comfortable working in a private family environment.
- Comfortable living on‑site in the Cape Winelands and working some evenings/weekends as needed (with appropriate time off in lieu).
Package
- Market‑related salary (depending on experience).
- Live‑in accommodation on the property (private room and bathroom).
- Use of a van for work‑related duties as well as a private car to use for your own personal needs.
- Beautiful working environment in a secure, luxury villa in the Cape Winelands.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
25 Feb 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za