Housekeeper/Room Attendant
Company
Performability
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
4 days ago
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Talent.com
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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
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
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa without a matric certificate?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R25.42 per hour from 1 March 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including the first 45 hours per week with no exceptions for entry-level roles.
Which documents are required to apply for cleaning staff positions through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank details uploaded to the ESSA system by 31 December 2025. No matric certificate or prior experience is mandatory for registration.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to cleaning staff contracts in South Africa from 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Overtime above 45 hours must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
What tax deductions apply to cleaning staff earning R25.42 per hour in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff earning below R95 750 per year pay zero income tax in the 2026 tax year. Employers must still deduct UIF at 1% of gross salary up to R177.12 per month.
