Francois Wessels

I am a white male 48 years well-groomed, and in good health. I have 22 years of expression as a professional Butler/ House Manager and experience maintaining the front and back of the house. I have good management and business skills and communicate in Afrikaans and English, as well as comprehensive knowledge of the program “ hotelier and POS.”

I take pride as a professional Butler/ House manager and understand the service required going with the job title and pay attention to the needs of the guests/employer. I am very dedicated to my work and have an eye for detail. I understand the Job title comes with a big responsibility and pressure.

I am self-told in flower arrangements and understand the need for flowers and placing. Over my year in service, I learned a lot about wine and food, and I have a tremendous in wine.

I consider myself an excellent cook with a basic understanding of food nutrition, the preparations and the presentation of food. I have the knowledge to do the functions and general menu planning.

1. 5-year Butler/House Manager/ PA at Noordhoek Manor
2. 1 ½ Year Director at De Goede `Hoop Estate Noordhoek
3. Managing Director at Avoca Vale Country Hotel
4.  

• Managing the Manor House & Guest's Cottages 
• Manage house and garden staff 
• Chauffeur-drive
• Managing and servicing all modern cars 
• Management all build and renovations project in the off-season
• Maintain high leave of security 
• All butler and value services 
• Function and Event Coordinator 
• Arrange all functions and table seating 
• Flower arrangements for house and functions
• PA to the Lady Laidlaw of Rothiemay