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We strive to place candidates who are dedicated, innovative, motivated and have the ability to add value in a new workplace.
Below is a list of our top positions currently available. If you are interested in applying for one of the positions please complete the candidate questionnaire first.
Head Guide
- R20 000.00
- Kruger National Park
- Training of guides and uplifting skills.
- Ensure all guides licences and credentials are kept up to date – NDT, first aid, trails hours etc.
- Ensure all firearms are maintained, registers updated, and comply to health and safety regulations and standards.
- Ensure guides follow SOP’s and perform according to standard.
- Weekly meetings with guiding department, adhering to concession rules, especially regarding off road driving.
- Ensure guest safety and satisfaction.
- Meticulous in all aspects of managing the guiding department.
- Manage, oversee, and discipline staff in the guiding department.
- Staff training and development – very important.
- All administrative duties pertaining to the guiding department.
- Stock Controls: Responsible for all stock such as equipment, radios, vehicles, rifles, ammunition, first aid equipment with regular checks made to ensure serviceability, and monthly counts done.
- Have thorough technical knowledge and understanding of vehicles, operations, and equipment. Strong mechanical background will be beneficial.
- Vehicles sent for services with and management thereof, including transfer vehicles and camp bakkies.
- Follow up on Cartrack and monitor guides movement and speed.
- Allocation of guides to daily game drives.
- Daily Game Drives and Bush walks when needed and aware of when the various activities are taking place.
- Rosters for guides.
- Ensure correct uniform is always worn and no cross branding amongst the lodges.
- Newsletters and assist with Social media and photography.
- Assist around the lodge in other departments.
- Perform duty manager shifts when necessary- hosting guests and ensuring the service shift runs smoothly.
- Attend all managerial meetings, including morning meetings.
- Set up of wildlife projects, surveys, and monitoring, for internal data collection to share amongst the guides and for use with monthly newsletters.
- Make sure Fauna and Flora are preserved.
- Work with the concession manager and stand in when on off days.
Requirements
- Two years in a Head Guide position, at a luxury five star property
- 5 years plus experience at a five star luxury property
- Lead Trails, KNP proficiency will be a bonus.
- ARH & Rifle proficiency / SAPS Competency Certificate
- Valid Driver’s license, PDP and First Aid Level 2 essential with Wilderness component
- CATHSSETA /NDT Register
- Strong leadership, organization, and time management skills
- Must be able to communicate well with guides and take charge of the department.
- Guest centric, with the experience to ensure the guiding team provides a personalized and memorable experience for each guest.
- Stable employment history and contactable reference
Bookings, Hosting and Event Manager
- R18 000.00
- Magaliesburg
This is an outdoor activity venue. We offer Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go Karting, Archery, Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting, Private Picnics, and a Spa. Our visitors are individuals, families, groups and corporate companies. We offer catering for groups. Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Matric and tertiary qualification in Hospitality or Travel preferable Valid Driver’s license – will use the company manual bakkie essential Stable working track record, at least 2 years in one company and a minimum of 4 years working experience Excellent face-to-face communication skills with ability to manage complaints and confrontation in a professional manner Good energy levels with excellent interpersonal skills – need to be confident and outgoing a quiet introverted person will not be suitable for our environment Experienced with Outlook, Excel and Word Accuracy and Attention to detail is critical Ability to work on own and as part of a team. Must be self-driven Needs to be hands on and willing to assist in all aspects of the business including any adhoc requirements Working Days and Working Hours 8.00am to 5.00pm, but when hosting a group may need to work after hours. Required every 2nd weekend, but when works a weekend, takes Monday and Tuesday off.
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Food & Beverage Manager
- R8 000
- Hluhluwe - KZN
- Managing food costs and stock rotations and quality control
- Managing guest experience during meals
- Stocktakes and orders
- Menu planning and menu options creation
- Issuing out stock to relevant departments
- Compiling weekly reports for management
- Hosting and servicing guests during shifts
- Very hands on approach by means of assisting the butlers with setting up meal tables and clearing after services etc
- Ensuring food presentation, quality etc is provided to guests timorously and consistently
- Kitchen hygiene
- Assist with guests arrival at the lodge by doing indemnity forms and showing around lodge
- Assist with guest room check for arrival rooms
- Must have excellent excel and microsoft office experience
- Nightsbridge knowledge and experience is preferred
- minimum 2 yr working experience in the lodge industry (Not necessarily this position specifically)
- Must have drivers license
- String leadership skills and management presence about themselves
- Must be able to work independently and use initiative
Management Couple
- R55 000
- Welgevonden - Limpopo
1 x Trails Guide
1 x Housekeeping Admin
MUST have Lodge Management Experience
Assistant Lodge Manager
- R25 000.00
- Dundee- KZN
Diploma/Degree in Business/Hospitality/Hotel Management or equivalent. Minimum 3 years expereience in Lodge Management or Hospitality Management. Skilled in planning and organisation. Have an awareness of developments within the food and lodge industries, as well as international trends in hospitality.Passion for the Environment, Conservation and ability to monitor an Environmental Management Plan.
Provide support and assistance to the Lodge Manager. Act as his/her relief when the Lodge Manager is on leave or time off. This position includes serving meals, running the desk, supporting the experience of guests and delivering Lodge programmes
GM Couple
- R45 000.00
- Nelspruit - Mpumalanga
.The GM couple would need be responsible for all aspects of the lodge and nature reserve in its entirety, including financial management, lodge and guest management, HR, reservations, marketing, game and veld management and security management, whilst insuring that the standards of the lodge and its owners are met and built upon to grow the business. We are looking for a dynamic couple who are keen to take our established business to new heights, increase occupancy, and improve on the guest experience.
Camp Management Couple
- R20 000.00
- Kenton-on-sea
Looking for an experienced Management Couple.
One Manager and one Senior Guide
Front Office Manager
- R20 000.00
- Drakensberg
- Ability to manage and lead staff
- Willing to train staff on a regular basis, and to attend training sessions, when required
- Understanding of, and able to manage reservations remotely
- APEX – excellent knowledge is a winning skill
- Understanding of Market segments and room rates
- Excellent understanding of and able to manage room allocations, blocks and large volumes including groups
- Daily management of guest / company accounts
- Computer literate
- Good communication skills and focussed on guest satisfaction and service
- Willing to work varied shifts
- Good relationships with management, and able to liaise with other departments
Trails Guide
- R10 000
- Sabi Sands - Mpumalanga
Requirements
• Minimum 3 years experience guiding and walking in a Big 5 area.
• DEAT/THETA registered.
• Valid First Aid
• Valid PDP
• SAPS Firearm Competency Certification
• Preference will be given to individuals with photographic equipment and experience as the position is to head up our digital footprint with our marketing team.
Responsibilities
• Safaris and Guided walks
• Hosting guests
Pastry Chef
- NEG
- Kruger National Park
Matric. Formally qualified chef with 2 years pastry experience, in a well recognised 5 star establishment. Cooperative and hardworking. Creative and first-class cooking skills. Good communication skills: read, write and speak English. Good knowledge of hygiene and safety. Computer literate. Good all rounder in the kitchen,
– Supporting the Pastry Chef and ensuring that the pastry section produces the necessary breads, croissants, danish pastries and deserts integral in the daily menus and essential to the guest dining experience.
– Maintaining fridges and stores to the highest hygiene and stock rotation standards
– Communicating with kitchen and lodge front of house staff to ensure smooth running of the department
– Correct use and maintenance of kitchen equipment
6 weeks on and 2 weeks off
Guest Services Supervisor
- R8 000.00
- Sabi Sands - Mpumalanga
Hotel or Toursim School (or similar). South African Citizen. Preferably 2 years experience in 5 star establishments. Hosting experience. English speaking. Drivers licence essential. Wine knowledge would be an advantage. Computer literate. Experience in stock taking and stock control. Good organisational skills
– Hosting and guest interaction
– Maintain hosting standards
– Serving drinks at the bar
– Setting up bush functions from time to time
– Liaising between lodges about guest movements
– Assist in lodge operations when not occupied by guests
Head Chef
- NEG
- Kruger National Park
Urgently looking for a qualified Head Chef with 5 star lodge experience.
Must have 5 years head chef experience
F&B Manager
- R NEG
- Limpopo
- Work closely with the Lodge Manager and Head Chef when it comes to the development of new dishes and menus to ensure that it is in accordance with the lodges Food Philosophy.
- Ensure all meals are checked and preparation lists / recipes are followed.
- Control the usage of food supplies.
- Continually strive to produce creative, world class cuisine.
- 4-day menu set according to Food Styling Guide and Recipes.
- Up to date with What is Hot & What is Not for Southern Camp Food.
- Be aware of Special Diet Requirements and Tailor-made guest’s food experience.
- Left-over food management: left-overs to be discussed and processed daily.
- Staff food preparation and management
- Inspire your chefs brigade to new levels of creativity.
- Pre-order for special events and holidays.
- Be in your Business …. In your Kitchen … Checking … Tasting …. Training … Styling …
Junior Guide
- R5 500.00
- KZN
Level 1 guide with a PDP and First Aid
Sous Chef
- R NEG
- Timbavati - Limpopo
Matric. Diploma in Culinary Art. At least 2 years experience in a bush environment. Must have own, reliable transport. Creative and up to date with culinary trends. Must be able to run the kitchen in the absence of the other Chef
– Interacting with guests
– Ordering of stock and conducting stock takes
– Menu planning
– Maintaining kitchen, food cost and hygiene standards
– Communicating with kitchen and front of house staff
3 weeks on and 1 week off
Chef de Partie
- R 10 000
- Grahamstown - Eastern Cape
Qualified. Previous 5* experience essential. Ideally AA candidate. Own transport an advantage.
– Running the shift
– Assisting with staff food orders, deliveries and stock takes
– Doing general preparation daily
– Kitchen hygiene & equipment maintenance
– Training and assisting junior chefs as needed
Guest Relations & Field Guide Couple
- R 20 000.00
- Welgevonden - Limpopo
Field Guide/Assistant Lodge Manager: Matric. FGASA Nature Guide Level 2 or NQF4 Guide Qualification with up to date and current DEAT, FGASA, First Aid and PDP. ARH and or Trails qualification (Back up or lead) would be advantageous. A hospitalty qualification would be advantageous. Minimum 4 years as a Field Guide in a BIG 5 Reserve. Sound Food & Beverage and service knolwledge. Excellent staff management skills. Consistent in dealing with Stafff and Guest requirements.
Guest Relations / Administration Assistant: Mtric. 3 years Hotel or Hospitality diploma/degree is beneficial or similar hospitality qualification would be advantageous. Minimum 4 years experience in a similar position Or in a similar Lodge and/or Hotel related position. Sound Food & Beverage experience and service knowledge is highly beneficial. Excellent guest relations skills. Excellent staff management skills. Consistent in dealing with staff and guest requirements.
Accommodation in Open plan flatlet including DSTV. Monthly grocery allowance, meals on duty. Wifi. 3 weeks on and 1 week off cycle
Lodge Anchor
- R12 000.00
- Sabi Sands - Mpumalanga
Requirements
• Experience in Hospitality with a minimum of 3 years in a similar supervisory position.
• Knowledge and experience of overall Lodge operations
• Background in Food and Beverage, beneficial.
• A well-spoken and groomed individual
• Self- motivated and a team player
• Stable employment history
Responsibilities
• Food and Beverage department including venues.
• Directly overseeing 2 Junior Lodge Anchors.
• Ensuring lodge SOP are maintained at the highest level.
• Guest Relations and dining venues
Maintenance Assistant
- R5 300.00
- Sabi Sands - Mpumalanga
South African Citizen. Matric. Previous maintenance experience at a Lodge or Hotel or similar environment. Certificate of sort in Electrical /Plumbing qualification. English speaking. Valid drivers licence essential. Hands on approach. Willing to work long hours.
– Attending to plumping and electrical problem areas
– Cleaning filters on air-conditioning systems
– Attending to all maintenance related issues at the Lodges, Central Services, Airstrip and staff villages
– Ensuring pumps are running and that there are no leaks in the pipelines
– Monitoring the water supply regularly
– Maintaining maintenance vehicles, keeping clean and sending in for weekly services
Above average benefits offered
Head Barman / Waiter
- R7 000
- Madikwe - North West
Matric. South African Citizen. 2 – 3 years experience in a reputable 5* establishment as Barman/Waiter essential. Excellent communication skills. Mature and responsible. Self motivated and goal orientated. Neat and presentable. Fluent in English and able to assist guests with a lesser ability in the language. Sober habits. Ideally live in North West province.
– Stock take and control
– Guest interaction
– Mixing and pouring of drinks and cocktails
– Wine / Gin tasting and paring
– Barista duties
– Serving drinks
– Waiter duties
– Entering stock into the accounting system
3 weeks on and 1 week off
Commis Chef
- R8 000.00
- Stellenbosch - Western Cape
Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar environment (Fine Dining Experience will be advantageous)
Must be prepared and available to work Weekends and Public Holidays
Must be able to speak English
Must be healthy and fit for physical work
Must be a good team worker, trust worthy and willing to work
Own transport will be advantageous (the location is a bit’s drive from town)
– Hygiene control and ensuring all safety procedures are adhered to in the kitchen
– Familiar with costing and controlling of food and relevant stock
– Assisting senior chefs with day to day kitchen operations
Duty Manager
- R7 000.00
- Grahamstown - Eastern Cape
Matric. Hospitality qualification. Previous duty management experience in a hotel or lodge. Drivers licence essential. Be able to work shifts. Opera experience. Previous food & beverage experience. Computer literate. Stock taking knowledge. Some maintenance experience would be ideal.
– Assisting in all departments
– Hosting
– Checking rooms
– Checking in and out of guests
3 weeks on and 1 week of
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