Job description

Purpose of the Role:

You will be required to oversee and manage 5 staff members (domestic and gardeners). Salary offered is R25 000 per month inclusive of a vehicle for daily use. This role is suitable for a person aged 45 – 55 years with high energetic levels, a creative flair with a love for home décor, hosting and cooking. Must be prepared to work over time when necessary. Appreciation of country lifestyle. Must love animals.

This position is for long term employment.

Requirements:

• Non-Smoker preferred and of sober habits.
• Fit, healthy and energetic
• Cheerful personality. Able to handle heavy workloads at times.
• Strong Administration skills.
• Management of home maintenance; both internal and external.
• Good cooking skills and can produce an up-market dinner party. Knowledge of health and thus the ability to produce healthy meals.
• The ability to be a “homemaker” and thus enjoys interior décor.
• Be able to manage, lead and have a great relationship with 3 household staff.
• Organisational skills.
• Essential to work over weekends, holidays, festive periods when necessary. Certain days may be longer hours and working into the evening. Generally a 45 hour working week with 7 days off per month.
• Ability to manage accounts, skills on Excel, MS Word, Outlook, manage suppliers and deliveries.
• Essential that you understand country lifestyle and not be a city dweller who occasionally likes the country.
• Valid driver’s license essential.
• Certificate in Hospitality/Hotel Management is a benefit.

Personal Characteristics:

• Leader
• Sense of urgency
• Confidentiality
• Results focused
• Attention to detail
• Resilient
• Creative
• Passionate
• Cheerful

If you have not heard from us within two weeks, kindly accept your application as unsuccessful.

Company Description

Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Midlands, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’re far from the madding crowd. Yet, being just a stone’s throw away from the N3 highway, Brahman Hills is accessible and central to the famous Midlands Meander, which makes it the perfect destination for your dream wedding, conference or getaway.

With either hotel or self-catering accommodation available, along with a range of destination venues, including a restaurant, coffee bar, eventing venues seating up to 400 people, a cellar and underground bar, Brahman Hills is now a destination of choice. Discover all that we have to offer, from our abundant wildlife to our spectacular views, and for the guests who select the Self Catering Cottages on the Blue Crane Nature Reserve, the wildlife is literally on the doorstep. The new Brahman Hills team has evolved with the property through a complete facelift in 2015, creating a country home away from home that promises real experiences, with real people in the tranquil surroundings.

Requirements

Skill Competencies:

• Exceptional organizational skills
• Service delivery oriented
• Analytical and able to problem solve
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office
• Strong relationship building skills
• Good cooking skills

Posted on 20 Feb 10:44