The Healing Farm Housekeeper

Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of all accommodation facilities, including bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and common areas. Perform routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, sanitizing surfaces, and waste disposal.
• Guest Room Preparation: Ensure that rooms are prepared and maintained to a high standard for incoming and current occupants, including bed making, linen changes, and restocking essentials.
• Maintenance Reporting: Monitor and report any maintenance or repair needs within the facilities to the supervisor.
• Laundry Duties: Manage laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing, and proper storage of linens and towels.
• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook meals in accordance with agreed menus, dietary requirements, and hygiene standards. Ensure proper food handling, storage, and kitchen cleanliness in line with health and safety regulations.
• Inventory Management: Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies, food items, and kitchen equipment, and notify management when replenishment is required.
• Event Support: Provide support during events or group stays at the Healing Farm, including meal preparation and facility readiness.
• Security: Ensure security of the premises by properly locking facilities and reporting any unusual activity.
• Professional Conduct: Uphold confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with guests and staff.

Requirements

• Education: High school education.
• Experience: At least three to five years of progressively responsible work experience. Proven experience in housekeeping, cleaning, or domestic work; experience in a hospitality or accommodation setting is an advantage.
• Language: Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Cooking: Basic cooking skills with the ability to prepare simple, nutritious meals.
• Knowledge: Understanding of basic hygiene, food safety, and sanitation practices.
• Physical Fitness: Physically fit and able to carry out cleaning and kitchen duties.
• Certifications: A valid police clearance certificate (or willingness to obtain one prior to appointment).

Expected Conduct

• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times regarding information or materials accessed during work.
• Consistently report to work on time and provide notice if unable to arrive as scheduled.
• Demonstrate respectful and courteous behavior towards guests, colleagues, and management.
• Act with honesty and responsibility for assigned duties and resources.

How to Apply

Applications should be sent to jobs@uaf-africa.org no later than 29 May 2026. Applicants must clearly indicate the position they are applying for in the email subject line.