Cedar Wood Recruitment - Hospitality Jobs
Cedar Wood Recruitment is a specialized recruitment agency catering for the hospitality industry. With over 18 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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We are seeking an experienced and guest-focused Assistant Camp Manager to oversee the daily operations of our lodge camp and ensure an exceptional guest experience.
The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality, has strong leadership skills, and is committed to delivering high standards of customer service in a lodge or remote hospitality environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the lodge camp and report to the Camp Manager
- Welcome and interact with guests, ensuring excellent customer service at all times
- Handle guest enquiries, requests, complaints, and special arrangements professionally
- Oversee housekeeping, maintenance, front-of-house, and food & beverage operations
- Ensure guest rooms, public areas, and facilities are clean, comfortable, and well maintained
- Coordinate guest check-ins, check-outs, reservations, and room allocations
- Supervise lodge staff and ensure high performance and service standards
- Monitor food quality, presentation, and dining service standards
- Conduct regular inspections of the lodge and address operational issues promptly
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and company policies
- Assist with budgeting, stock control, procurement, and cost management
- Prepare operational and occupancy reports for management
- Coordinate activities, excursions, and guest experiences where applicable
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers
- Promote a warm, welcoming, and professional lodge atmosphere
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Diploma or qualification in Hospitality Management or Tourism advantageous
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in lodge, camp, or hospitality management
- Previous experience dealing directly with guests in a hospitality environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office and booking systems)
- Knowledge of food and beverage operations advantageous
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and public holidays
- Valid driver’s licence advantageous
Skills and Competencies
- Guest relations and customer service excellence
- Leadership and staff management
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Professional appearance and attitude
- Financial and stock-control awareness
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Live-in accommodation
- Meals on duty
To apply please email your full updated cv, copies of qualifications and contactable references to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za
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Previous experience in camp, lodge, hospitality, or facilities management environments is essential.
Salary R 17 000 to R 20 000 DOE
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Camp Manager with the overall day-to-day operation of the staff camp
- Supervise housekeeping, maintenance, catering, and cleaning teams
- Ensure accommodation units, communal areas, kitchens, and facilities are clean and maintained
- Coordinate room allocations, staff check-ins, and departures
- Monitor camp occupancy and maintain accurate accommodation records
- Handle staff queries, complaints, and welfare matters professionally
- Conduct regular inspections of rooms, kitchens, dining areas, and recreational facilities
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and company standards
- Assist with stock control and ordering of camp supplies, cleaning materials, and consumables
- Support catering operations and ensure food service standards are maintained
- Monitor contractor and supplier performance within the camp
- Prepare reports on occupancy, incidents, maintenance issues, and camp operations
- Assist with budgeting and cost control measures
- Ensure emergency procedures and security protocols are followed
- Coordinate transport schedules and logistics where applicable
- Assist with onboarding and orientation of new camp staff
- Maintain positive staff relations and a productive camp environment
Requirements and Qualifications
Education
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- Diploma or certificate in Hospitality Management, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field is advantageous
Experience
- 2–5 years’ experience in staff accommodation, hospitality, lodge, camp, or facilities management
- Previous supervisory experience preferred
- Experience in remote-site or large workforce accommodation operations is advantageous
Skills and Competencies
- Strong leadership and team supervision skills
- Good organisational and administrative abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
- Knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene standards
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, accommodation systems, reporting tools)
- Attention to detail and high service standards
- Financial awareness and stock-control knowledge
Additional Requirements
- Ability to live on-site if required
- Valid driver’s licence may be required
- First Aid and Health & Safety training are advantageous
- Ability to work in multicultural environments
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We are looking for a strategic and experienced Cluster Director of Food & Beverage to oversee multiple hotel and restaurant operations within Cape Town This role requires a strong commercial mindset, luxury hospitality experience, and the ability to drive both guest satisfaction and financial performance across large-scale operations. Applicants must already hold South African work rights or valid permits. Luxury hospitality experience and exposure to high-volume operations are essential across all roles.Key Duties and Responsibilities
Operational Management
- Oversee all food and beverage operations across multiple properties
- Ensure consistency in service standards, food quality, and guest experience
- Develop and implement operational procedures and service standards
- Monitor daily operations of restaurants, bars, banqueting, room service, and catering departments
- Conduct regular property visits and operational audits
- Ensure compliance with company policies and hospitality standards
Financial Management
- Manage departmental budgets and financial performance across all properties
- Monitor food and beverage cost percentages and profitability
- Analyze financial reports, forecasts, and revenue performance
- Develop strategies to increase revenue and reduce operational costs
- Control stock, wastage, labour costs, and supplier expenses
- Approve purchasing and procurement processes
Leadership and Staff Management
- Lead, mentor, and support Food & Beverage Managers and department heads
- Recruit, train, and develop management and operational teams
- Conduct performance evaluations and succession planning
- Drive staff motivation, productivity, and service excellence
- Ensure effective communication between departments and properties
Guest Experience and Service Standards
- Maintain exceptional guest satisfaction levels
- Handle VIP guests, complaints, and service recovery processes
- Ensure luxury hospitality and fine-dining standards are maintained
- Develop innovative food and beverage concepts and guest experiences
- Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements
Menu and Concept Development
- Work with Executive Chefs and management teams on menu planning
- Assist in developing beverage programmes, wine lists, and dining concepts
- Ensure menus align with market trends and guest expectations
- Support promotions, events, and seasonal offerings
Compliance and Health & Safety
- Ensure all outlets comply with South African health, safety, and food hygiene regulations
- Implement and monitor HACCP and food safety standards
- Ensure licensing and legal compliance requirements are met
- Maintain occupational health and safety standards
Strategic and Commercial Responsibilities
- Develop long-term food and beverage strategies
- Identify market trends and business opportunities
- Support brand growth and operational expansion
- Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams on promotions and events
- Assist with opening new outlets or properties where required
Requirements and Qualifications
Education
- Diploma or Degree in Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Management, Culinary Arts, or related field
- Additional wine, beverage, or business management qualifications are advantageous
Experience
- Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in Food & Beverage operations
- At least 3–5 years in a senior management or multi-unit leadership role
- Experience within luxury hotels, resorts, lodges, or hospitality groups preferred
- Strong background in fine dining, banqueting, and high-volume operations
Technical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of food costing and beverage cost control
- Budgeting and financial management experience
- Knowledge of South African hospitality legislation and labour laws
- Experience with POS systems and stock control systems
- Understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations
Skills and Competencies
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strategic thinking and commercial awareness
- High attention to detail and service excellence
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple operations
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Guest-focused mindset
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel between properties
- Valid driver’s licence often required
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours
- Strong understanding of luxury hospitality standards
- Experience managing multicultural teams is advantageous
Key Performance Areas (KPAs)
- Revenue growth
- Food and beverage profitability
- Guest satisfaction scores
- Staff retention and development
- Cost control and budgeting
- Operational consistency
- Health and safety compliance
- Brand standards implementation
This role requires a balance of operational excellence, financial management, leadership, and high-level guest service delivery across multiple hospitality properties.
To apply send your full updated cv with copies of all qualifications and contactable references to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za
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Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee all kitchen operations and food production
- Design and develop creative menus suited to the establishment and target market
- Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency
- Manage food costing, budgeting, and stock control
- Monitor and control food waste and kitchen expenses
- Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff
- Create staff rosters and manage kitchen scheduling
- Ensure compliance with health, hygiene, and food safety regulations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen areas
- Order supplies and negotiate with suppliers and vendors
- Manage inventory and stock rotation procedures
- Ensure guest dietary requirements and special requests are accommodated
- Develop and standardise recipes and kitchen systems
- Work closely with management to improve guest satisfaction and profitability
- Introduce seasonal menus and innovative culinary concepts
- Ensure proper maintenance and use of kitchen equipment
- Conduct regular quality checks and kitchen inspections
- Assist with recruitment and performance management of kitchen staff
- Maintain strong communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams
Requirements and Qualifications
- Formal culinary qualification or diploma in Professional Cookery/Culinary Arts
- Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in professional kitchens
- At least 3 years’ experience in a senior management or Executive Chef role
- Experience within hotels, lodges, resorts, or fine-dining establishments preferred
- Strong knowledge of food costing and kitchen financial management
- Experience with menu planning and recipe development
- Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards
- Ability to manage large kitchen teams under pressure
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities
- Ability to work long hours, weekends, and public holidays
- Computer literacy for stock systems, reporting, and administration
- Experience in remote lodge operations is advantageous in Namibia
- Knowledge of international cuisine and modern food trends
- Valid work permits/documentation if applying internationally
Desired Skills
- Leadership and team development
- Creativity and innovation
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving ability
- Budget and cost control
- Menu engineering
- Staff training and mentoring
- Customer service focus
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Strong operational management
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