Cedar Wood Recruitment - Hospitality Jobs
Cedar Wood Recruitment is a specialized recruitment agency catering for the hospitality industry. With over 19 years’ experience servicing our clients we stand out as an industry leader in sourcing superior candidates. Our main objective is to introduce high quality staff to companies in the hospitality sector. We believe in developing and maintaining long-term relationships with our clients as well as our candidates, who are carefully selected to ensure a successful introduction of candidate to client.
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Permanent
Gauteng
Posted 18 hours ago
Job Specification: Bookkeeper / Accountant
Location: Gauteng Salary: Market‑relatedOverview
A well‑established company in Gauteng is seeking a reliable, organised and detail‑driven Bookkeeper / Accountant to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, excellent administrative discipline, and the ability to manage multiple financial processes with accuracy and professionalism.Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain supplier accounts, including reconciliations and payment schedules
- Oversee debtors, ensuring accurate invoicing, collections and debtor administration
- Handle stock control, stock movement tracking and monthly stock reconciliations
- Process wages and payroll, ensuring compliance and timely submissions
- Perform general accounting duties, including data capturing, reconciliations and reporting
- Provide administrative support within the finance department
- Assist with additional finance‑related tasks as required by management
Requirements
- 3–5 years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounting environment
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy and numerical ability
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills
- A qualification or degree in Accounting will be advantageous
- Proficient computer literacy and working knowledge of accounting systems (advantageous)
- Trustworthy, hardworking and able to work independently and within a team
Candidate Profile
This role is suited to someone who is:- Highly organised and methodical
- Comfortable managing multiple financial streams
- Professional, discreet and reliable
- Able to maintain high standards of accuracy under pressure
Job Features
Job Specification: Bookkeeper / Accountant Location: Gauteng Salary: Market‑related Overview A well‑established company in Gauteng is seeking a reliable, organised and detail‑driven Bookkeep...
Permanent
Limpopo
Posted 5 days ago
Admin Manager
Luxury Game Lodge – Limpopo ProvinceRole Overview
A well‑established game lodge in Limpopo is seeking a highly organised, professional, and detail‑driven Admin Manager to oversee the full administrative function of the company. This role requires someone who is thorough, confident, and capable of managing compliance, health & safety administration, financial support tasks, and general lodge administration. The successful candidate will supervise an administrative assistant and ensure smooth, efficient back‑office operations. This position suits an individual who thrives in a rural, secluded environment and understands the unique demands of lodge life.Key Responsibilities
Administration & Office Management
- Oversee all main administrative functions for the lodge and company
- Manage filing systems, documentation, and internal communication
- Ensure all compliance documentation is up to date and correctly maintained
- Oversee Health & Safety administration and ensure adherence to standards
- Supervise and support the lodge’s administrative assistant
- Maintain professional, organised office processes and workflows
Financial & Software Responsibilities
- Perform basic financial administration, including:
- Capturing invoices
- Reconciling petty cash
- Supplier statement checks
- Preparing financial documentation for accountants
- Use and maintain Xero accounting software (training can be provided if needed)
- Assist with month‑end processes and financial reporting support
Operational Support
- Liaise with management and department heads to ensure smooth operations
- Assist with procurement, stock control, and supplier communication
- Support HR administration, staff records, and compliance files
- Uphold professional standards and ensure accurate record‑keeping
Minimum Requirements
- Strong administrative background with proven experience in a similar role
- Basic financial administration skills (more advanced skills advantageous)
- Knowledge of Xero or similar accounting software
- Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail
- Professional communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to work independently and manage an assistant
- Experience working in a rural, secluded lodge environment
- Understanding of lodge operations and bush living (“bushwise”)
- Computer literate (MS Office essential)
Personal Attributes
- Fun, positive personality with a professional approach
- Thorough, structured, and highly reliable
- Works well within a team and supports colleagues
- Well‑presented and confident in guest‑facing situations
- Adaptable, calm, and solutions‑driven
Package
- Salary:
- R17,000 (without accounting software proficiency)
- Up to R22,000 for candidates proficient in Xero and stronger financial skills
- Negotiable DOE
- Roster: 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off
- Accommodation: Own en‑suite room
- Food & Accommodation included
- Uniform provided
- Benefits offered once permanent employment is confirmed
Availability
- ASAP
Job Features
Admin Manager Luxury Game Lodge – Limpopo Province Role Overview A well‑established game lodge in Limpopo is seeking a highly organised, professional, and detail‑driven Admin Manager to oversee ...
Permanent
Eastern Cape
Posted 5 days ago
Lodge Manager – Big 5 Game Reserve | Eastern Cape
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and passionate Lodge Manager to join a prestigious Big 5 Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape.
Requirements
* Industry-related hospitality or lodge management qualification.
* Previous Lodge Management experience within a luxury lodge or game reserve environment.
* Strong leadership and staff management skills.
* Excellent guest relations and communication abilities.
* Good understanding of lodge operations, administration and financial controls.
* A hands-on approach with the ability to work effectively in a remote game reserve environment.
* Professional, energetic and service-driven personality.
* Contactable references.
Position Details
Location: Eastern Cape, South Africa
Salary: R18 000 per month
Accommodation: Live-in position
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated hospitality professional looking to further their career within a Big 5 game reserve environment.
How to Apply
Please send the following to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za:
* Updated CV
* Copies of relevant qualifications
* Recent head-and-shoulders photograph
* Contactable references
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Features
Lodge Manager – Big 5 Game Reserve | Eastern Cape An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and passionate Lodge Manager to join a prestigious Big 5 Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape. R...
Permanent
Eastern Cape
Posted 5 days ago
Assistant Lodge Manager – Big 5 Game Reserve | Eastern Cape
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and passionate Assistant Lodge Manager to join a prestigious Big 5 Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape.
Requirements
* Industry-related hospitality or lodge management qualification.
* Previous Assistant Lodge Management experience within a luxury lodge or game reserve environment.
* Strong leadership and staff management skills.
* Excellent guest relations and communication abilities.
* Good understanding of lodge operations, administration and financial controls.
* A hands-on approach with the ability to work effectively in a remote game reserve environment.
* Professional, energetic and service-driven personality.
* Contactable references.
Position Details
Location: Eastern Cape, South Africa
Salary: R12 000 per month
Accommodation: Live-in position
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated hospitality professional looking to further their career within a Big 5 game reserve environment.
How to Apply
Please send the following to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za:
* Updated CV
* Copies of relevant qualifications
* Recent head-and-shoulders photograph
* Contactable references
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Features
Assistant Lodge Manager – Big 5 Game Reserve | Eastern Cape An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and passionate Assistant Lodge Manager to join a prestigious Big 5 Game Reserve in...
Permanent
Eastern Cape
Posted 5 days ago
Onsite Marketing Assistant / Photographer – Big 5 Safari Lodge | Eastern Cape
An exciting opportunity is available for a creative, energetic and passionate Marketing Assistant / Photographer to join a prestigious Big 5 Safari Lodge in the Eastern Cape.
This is an ideal position for someone with a passion for wildlife, photography, social media and luxury hospitality, who can capture the unique guest experience and showcase the lodge through engaging visual content.
Key Responsibilities
* Capture high-quality photographs and videos of the lodge, wildlife, guests and experiences.
* Create engaging content for social media and other marketing platforms.
* Assist with the lodge’s day-to-day marketing and promotional activities.
* Maintain and develop the lodge’s digital content library.
* Assist with social media planning, posting and engagement.
* Ensure the lodge’s brand and image are consistently represented.
* Identify opportunities to promote the lodge and its unique guest experiences.
Requirements
* Industry-related qualification in Marketing, Photography, Media, Communications or a related field.
* Previous marketing, photography or social media experience, preferably within the hospitality, tourism or safari industry.
* Strong photography and content-creation skills.
* Good knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing.
* Creative eye with excellent attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
* Passion for wildlife, nature and the safari industry.
* Professional, enthusiastic and outgoing personality.
* A portfolio of previous work is essential.
* Contactable references.
Position Details
Location: Eastern Cape, South Africa
Salary: To be discussed
Accommodation: Live-in position
This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative marketing professional to gain valuable experience while working in a spectacular Big 5 safari environment.
How to Apply
Please send the following to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za:
* Updated CV
* Portfolio of work
* Copies of relevant qualifications
* Recent head-and-shoulders photograph
* Contactable references
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Job Features
Onsite Marketing Assistant / Photographer – Big 5 Safari Lodge | Eastern Cape An exciting opportunity is available for a creative, energetic and passionate Marketing Assistant / Photographer to join...