Job Advert Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Relief Housekeeping Manager. The purpose of the role is to manage, supervise and oversee the daily cleaning operations of the differerent units across Cape Town Notherm & Southern Suburbs.
Established in 1975, Feedem is a large contract catering company in South Africa which manages in excess of 300 sites and employs more than 5 000 people ranging from dieticians, chefs and human capital specialists to hygiene experts.
We provide a wide range of catering and associated services to clients in all industries. We customise our catering and services according to their needs. Our services are offered with confidence as everything we do is underpinned by an ethical code and full compliance with all the relevant industry standards and regulations.
We have a country-wide footprint with our head office in Johannesburg, and regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, George, Worcester, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, Kimberley and Bloemfontein.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric/Grade 12 or relevant experience.
• Must have experience in health and safety standards and management.
• Minimum 2 years Housekeeping supervisory experience gained in retirement or similar industries.
• Understand Housekeeping principles and knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Strong people skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Able to work independently and under pressure.
• Able to work long hours, after hours and some weekends.
• Must have own vehicle as you wil be required to travel between units

Duties and Responsibilities

• Establishment of housekeeping standards and procedures for workers and ensure adherence to these standards and procedures
• Coaching and developing employees (cleaners)
• Scheduling and assigning specific duties/roles to cleaners and also ensuring that they are carried out expertly
• Inspection of housekeeping /cleaning equipment on a regular basis so as to know when they are worn-out and also request for replacement
• Controlling and monitoring the usage of cleaning materials so as to avoid or minimize waste and/or misuse
• Providing any form of required assistance to cleaners while they carry out their duties.
• Staff Management & Training – Able to impart skills and empower staff
• Stock taking and Quality Control
• Ordering and Issuing of stock
• Maintain high standards of Hygiene & Safety
• Adhoc Admin Duties
• Shift and Weekend Work is required.