Housekeeper/Room Attendant

Housekeeper/Room Attendant


Company
Performability
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Talent.com

Job Description
Houskeeper / Room Attendant

Must have at least 2 years of experience

Must be able to work to work in a team

Duties : 12-hour shifts

1.5 days off per week

R5600 per month plus overtime

Your daily duties will include, but are not limited to :

All tasks relating to Housework :

Laundry machine wash, hand wash, hang, iron, and pack away

General tidying of house cleaning of walls, windows, light switches, ornaments, all used household equipment (brooms, mops, etc), mopping of tiled / vinyl floors, inside cupboards, polishing of floors and verandas.

Bedroom making beds, clearing, and putting items away

Bathrooms cleaning all toilets, basins, bathtubs, floors, and windows, steamed twice weekly.

Kitchen : cleaning the stove, fry pan, freezer, appliances, crockery, cutlery, pots, and pans; packing away groceries; washing, drying, and packing dishes; cleaning up after breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and setting tables.

Rooms cleanings outside the rooms, cloakrooms, wiping and dusting of all appliances (TV, Radio, tables)

General

Shining of pots, brass, and silver

Replenish soap, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, towels, and tissue boxes

Replacing dirty ashtrays with cleaner ashtrays

Lighting candles, spraying room fragrances

Filling the fruit bowls

Cleaning up after meetings and guest visits

Small mending work replacing buttons, hems, etc.

Replacing dirty water in flower arrangements, rinsing flower stems, etc.

Hygienically clean out fridge and freezers, rotate stock as per expiration dates, pack all newly purchased groceries, wipe all drink bottles before packing

Ensure all household items are set and styled as per standard operating procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs

Q What is the 2026 national minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R30.50 per hour for all workers including cleaning staff from 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours per week. Employers in the contract cleaning sector must display this rate on payslips.
Q What are the maximum weekly working hours and annual leave entitlements for cleaning staff in South Africa in 2026?
Cleaning staff may not work more than 45 hours per week or 9 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Workers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of employment. Sick leave is 36 days over a 3-year cycle.
Q Do cleaning staff jobs in South Africa require any education or experience qualifications in 2026?
No formal education or prior experience is required by the Department of Employment and Labour for entry-level cleaning positions. Employers may request a Grade 9 certificate or basic literacy for safety compliance. A valid South African ID or work permit is mandatory for all applicants.
Q What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, bank account details, and a completed Z83 form when applying via labour centres. A CV and contactable references are also required for shortlisting. Foreign nationals need a valid work visa endorsed for domestic or cleaning work.
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