Farm Caretaker Couple

SUMMARY:
Working cattle farm between Graaff-Reinet & Aberdeen in the Eastern Cape is looking for a hospitality trained Farm Caretaker Couple to oversee Housekeeping & Landscaping on the property.
 
Duties will include the overall management of the homestead and maintenance of the gardens and will include both household and outdoor tasks.
 
We are looking for a pro-active couple to act in the owner’s interest when they’re not in residence, we want two pairs of eyes and expert hands that are reliable, sober and will take care of an extraordinary property as if it was their own.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:
 
She:
 
Act as housekeeper
Cleaning
Managing the house
Laundry
Cooking for the family
Regularly checking on the condition of the property and reporting any issues to the owners.
 
He:
 
Look after the landscaped gardens around the farmhouse
Tend to a small flock of poultry that free range
Assist his partner in the house (floors/ fires/ aga etc)
Ensuring the overall security of the property
Overseeing maintenance and repairs at the homestead
 
Requirements:
 
Grade 12
Formal hospitality qualification
At least 2 – 3 years’ experience in a lodge or guest farm environment
Experience in feeding and caring for farm animals
Able to ensure that the property is well-maintained, addressing any repairs, and landscaping
Working effectively as a couple is crucial for this role.
Willingness to tackle a variety of tasks, both big and small.
Reliability and trustworthiness is essential for managing and maintaining a property, especially when the owners are absent.
Adaptability to changing needs and unexpected situations.
Effectively communicating with owners, staff, and contractors.
Valid drivers license.
 
Position details:
 
Owners are not on the farm fulltime, but the couple will look after the owners when in residence as well as visiting friends.
 
The position is suitable for an older couple due to the remoteness of the property not suitable for a couple with kids of school going age.
 
Separate Accommodation would be provided. Transport would be provided (Drivers Licenses required).