Executive Housekeeper - French Speaking

Overview

Our Client a 265 roomed Deluxe Hotel / Resort (Part of an International Hotel Group) in West Africa, is recruiting for an Executive Housekeeper. ( must be French Speaking)

Remuneration

• US$ Salary Negotiable - Paid Net
• Live in Accommodation
• Medical Aid contributions
• Other Ex-Pat benefits to be discussed in the interview

Candidates should apply online or alternatively send CV applications to : The Recruiter ; gordon@zjr.co.za

Applications must include:

• Detailed CV listing all previous employers, achievements and qualifications
• Head and shoulders Photograph
• Full details of Contactable references
• Copies of certificates and qualifications

NB!!: Applications excluding any of the above requested details / documents will note be considered.

Requirements and Experience:

• Candidates must be Fluent in English and French - Essential
• Hospitality Diploma / Degree - essential for securing work visa's and permits
• At least 5-10 years in Exec Housekeeping / Supervisory management in 5* Resorts and Hotels.
• Various PMS - hospitality system experience
• Must have worked in Hotels / Resorts with 200 - 300 Rooms

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Scope

• Supervises Housekeeping Department staff to ensure hotel standard of cleanliness in all guest rooms and public areas are achieved and maintained.

Responsible for: Staff Housekeeping compliment

• Assistant Housekeepers
• Supervisors
• Room Attendants
• Houseman

Liaises with:

• Reception
• Maintenance
• Security
• Room Service

Main Duties:

• Maintains all agreed standards
• Maintains these set standards whilst remaining within agreed budgets on guest and cleaning supplies, salaries and any miscellaneous costs which apply to the department
• Liaises with all relevant department heads and managers to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the housekeeping department
• Monitors closely the condition and maintenance of all accommodation and public areas
• Introduces in co-operation with the training officer and on the job training scheme which should be an ongoing scheme
• Ensures the smooth running and staff welfare within the department
• Responsible for ordering/purchasing of all related cleaning chemicals and materials
• Responsible for the staff, stock levels, stock taking and control of Linen Room and uniform departments
• Enforces when control procedures are carried through in Rooms Div and F&B departments
• Maintains personal contact with guests in dealing with concerns and complaints etc.
• Any other related tasks.

Important: Due to the High Volume of applicants only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted back