Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Housekeeping Supervisor

 Job Description:

Our client in the Upper Eastside is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Housekeeping Supervisor to lead and support our housekeeping team.

This role requires a hands-on leader who has progressed from a Room Attendant level and understands the operational demands of a busy hotel environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and guest satisfaction.

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years housekeeping experience within a hotel environment
  • At least 6 months experience in a supervisory role
  • Proven experience working as a Room Attendant (worked up from entry level)
  • Strong understanding of hotel housekeeping standards and procedures
  • Well-groomed and professionally presented
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Ability to lead, motivate, and coach a team

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate daily housekeeping operations
  • Lead and manage a team of Room Attendants and housekeeping staff
  • Inspect guest rooms and public areas to ensure brand and quality standards are met
  • Ensure efficient room turnaround times in line with occupancy levels
  • Train, coach, and support housekeeping team members
  • Monitor staff performance and provide constructive feedback
  • Maintain stock control of linen, amenities, and cleaning supplies
  • Report maintenance issues and follow up to ensure resolution
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards
  • Deliver exceptional guest service and respond professionally to guest requests and complaints

Key Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Strong organisational and time management ability
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Commitment to high cleanliness standards

If you are a dedicated and experienced housekeeping professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

  Required Skills:

Performance Constructive Feedback Support Stock Control Management Skills Operations Housekeeping Compliance Attention To Detail Communication Skills Team Management Pressure Maintenance Time Management Leadership Communication Management