Senior VIP Travel Consultant (2 positions) Job Title: Senior VIP Travel Consultant Location: Johannesburg / Cape Town / Durban (Hybrid option possible) Reports to: VIP Travel Manager / Head of Corporate Travel Job Summary We are seeking experienced, polished, and client-obsessed Senior VIP Travel Consultants to deliver exceptional high-touch service to high-profile corporate and private clients. This role focuses on managing complex, luxury, and time-sensitive travel requirements with precision, discretion, and a proactive approach. Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end travel arrangements for VIP and C-level corporate clients.
• Create highly personalized, complex itineraries (international and domestic).
• Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with key corporate accounts.
• Provide 24/7 support (on a rotational basis) for urgent and high-profile travel needs.
• Negotiate preferential rates with airlines, hotels, and ground transport providers.
• Ensure seamless travel experience through detailed pre-travel briefings and post-travel follow-ups.
• Handle last-minute changes, upgrades, and crisis management with composure.
• Stay updated on global travel trends, visa requirements, and luxury travel products.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in corporate/VIP travel (travel agency or TMC environment).
• Strong knowledge of international destinations, airlines, and luxury travel products.
• Proven track record in high-touch client servicing and account management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence.
• Proficiency in Amadeus, Sabre, or similar GDS systems.
• Matric + relevant travel/tourism qualification (IATA or equivalent) preferred.

Salary DOE is market related up to R50k CTC To apply for this position, forward your comprehensive CV in Word Format as well as proof of all qualifications and all contactable references to ronel@cedar-wood.co.za Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 working days. If you don't receive and response, regard your CV as not shortlisted.  

Director Revenue & Reservations (Cape Town). Salary neg DOE. The Opportunity Are you a commercially sharp, operationally minded leader with a passion for luxury travel? This is a rare executive opportunity to take ownership of the full revenue and reservations function across a prestigious portfolio of safari lodges and camps spanning East and Southern Africa. As Director of Revenue & Reservations, you will sit at the heart of the business — shaping commercial strategy, leading a talented 20-person team across Cape Town and Arusha, and ensuring every guest booking journey is executed flawlessly from first inquiry to final departure. Reporting directly to the Board and CEO, this is a high-impact, high-visibility leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of commercial performance and operational excellence. What You'll Own Revenue & Yield Strategy • Lead group-wide revenue optimisation across all camps, lodges, and safari products. • Drive pricing strategy, inventory control, occupancy optimisation, and booking pace analysis. • Partner with Sales, Finance, and Operations to maximise RevPAR, ADR, and overall profitability. • Monitor market trends, competitor positioning, seasonality, and demand forecasting. • Ensure disciplined management of allocations, stop-sell controls, and channel availability. Reservations Leadership • Own all reservations operations across properties and DMC functions. • Drive consistency, accuracy, and professionalism across every booking interaction. • Design and maintain SOPs, workflows, and service quality standards. • Ensure seamless coordination between reservations, operations, guiding, camps, and third-party suppliers. DMC & Logistics Oversight • Oversee safari logistics including flights, transfers, activities, accommodation movements, and guest itineraries. • Ensure operational feasibility and smooth handovers from reservations into field operations. • Improve integration between DMC bookings and property reservations teams. • Minimise booking errors, operational clashes, and guest-impacting issues. Systems & Process Innovation • Champion technology adoption, automation, and process modernisation across the department. • Act as departmental lead for PMS, CRM, DMC booking systems, channel managers, and reporting tools. • Improve data integrity, reporting accuracy, and dashboard visibility across the commercial function. • Identify opportunities for AI and workflow efficiencies where practical and impactful. Team Leadership & Culture • Lead, mentor, and unify a multi-location team of approximately 20 people. • Build a culture of accountability, humility, collaboration, and continuous improvement. • Develop team capability, succession pipelines, and performance management frameworks. • Foster strong cross-departmental relationships across Operations, Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Camps. Who You Are This role is for a rare type of leader. You combine commercial sharpness with emotional intelligence. You understand revenue strategy and can simultaneously hold a team to account with genuine care and humility. You lead from the front without losing sight of the big picture. The ideal candidate will bring: • A humble, grounded leadership style with high emotional intelligence. • The maturity to delegate effectively and empower teams across geographies. • Calm, solutions-oriented thinking under pressure with high personal ownership. • Strong commercial and financial acumen — you understand the numbers and what drives them. • A structured, disciplined mindset with a bias for action and continuous improvement. • The ability to build trust, alignment, and momentum across departments and cultures. What You Bring Experience • 10+ years in luxury hospitality, safari operations, DMC environments, or high-end travel. • 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing multi-functional, cross-location teams. • Proven track record in reservations management, revenue/yield optimisation, and operational coordination. • Experience leading meaningful systems and process improvement initiatives. Technical Skills • Strong command of PMS systems, reservations platforms, DMC/travel systems, and channel management tools. • Advanced capability in reporting dashboards, data analysis, and commercial forecasting. • Financially literate with experience driving commercial performance against budget and KPIs. • Exposure to AI, automation, or workflow technology in a hospitality or travel context is a plus. Qualifications • Diploma or Degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism Management, Business, Commerce, or related field. Please forward applications to cameron@cedar-wood.co.za

Head Chef – Limpopo (Live-in Position)

Salary: R20 000 negotiable, dependent on experience and qualifications

We are seeking an experienced and professional Head Chef for a prestigious 4/5-star lodge in Limpopo. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food quality, hygiene, and service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of all food items in line with company standards for a 5-star lodge environment.
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and guest service at all times.
• Manage all kitchen operations, including stock control, purchasing, receiving, and storage procedures.
• Prepare and serve buffet and à la carte menus as required.
• Control and manage kitchen resources effectively, including gas, water, electricity, and equipment.
• Monitor food cost controls, budgeting, procurement, and food cost of sales procedures.
• Lead, train, motivate, and manage all kitchen staff to ensure operational excellence and adherence to standards.
• Conduct staff performance assessments and identify training and development needs.
• Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards throughout all food preparation and service areas.
• Ensure proper stock rotation and food management practices, including FIFO procedures.
• Manage supplier relationships and oversee deliveries.
• Handle guest complaints professionally when required.
• Promote strong interdepartmental communication and teamwork.
• Compile and submit management reports as required.
• Assist with menu planning and seasonal menu development.
• Operate the kitchen as an efficient and profitable business unit.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as a Head Chef within a 4/5-star lodge environment.
• Matric certificate essential.
• Relevant tertiary culinary qualification preferred.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Good financial acumen and understanding of budgeting and cost controls.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid RSA ID.
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport advantageous.
• Stable employment track record.
• Professional, reliable, ethical, confidential, and passionate about hospitality.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
• 5% Provident Fund contribution (compulsory and part of CTC package).
• Optional Discovery Medical Aid (Classic Saver or lower), with the company contributing 50% of the employee’s membership.
• Full remuneration package to be discussed during the interview process.

To apply, please send your CV to:
📧 johan@cedar-wood.co.za

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the overall upkeep, repair, and smooth functioning of all lodge facilities. The role ensures a safe, efficient, and comfortable environment for guests and staff by overseeing maintenance operations, leading the technical team, and implementing preventative and routine maintenance programmes. The manager will coordinate with internal departments, manage contractors, control budgets, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

📌 Job Specification: Lodge Anchor – High-End Game Lodge, Limpopo Overview An exclusive, intimate luxury game lodge in the Limpopo province is seeking a professional and highly organised Lodge Anchor to support daily lodge operations and ensure seamless guest experiences. This role is central to maintaining the lodge’s high standards, coordinating departments, and providing exceptional hospitality in a remote, high-end safari environment. Key Responsibilities

• Guest Hosting & Front-of-House
  • Welcome guests on arrival and manage check‑ins and check‑outs
  • Provide warm, attentive hosting throughout the guest stay
  • Handle guest requests, special arrangements, and activity coordination
• Administration & Office Management
  • Daily lodge administration, filing, and communication
  • Manage emails, reservations, and guest documentation
  • Assist with financial administration (petty cash, invoices, stock sheets)
• Operational Coordination
  • Liaise with housekeeping, kitchen, maintenance, and guiding teams
  • Conduct room checks to ensure 5★ standards
  • Oversee stock control, ordering, and consumption tracking
  • Support management with operational planning and reporting
• Guest Experience & Activities
  • Assist with activity scheduling, transfers, and guest logistics
  • Provide information on lodge offerings, wildlife, and the surrounding area
  • Step in to support other departments when required
• Professional Representation
  • Uphold the lodge’s brand, values, and guest service standards
  • Maintain a calm, solution‑driven approach in a remote environment

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a 4★ or 5★ lodge environment
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent verbal and written English communication
• Computer literate (MS Office, email, lodge systems advantageous)
• Understanding of lodge operations and departmental workflows
• Professional, guest‑focused, and service‑driven
• Valid driver’s licence (advantageous)
• Grade 12

Personal Attributes

• Warm, confident, and polished in guest interactions
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Able to multitask and remain calm under pressure
• Team player with a positive, proactive attitude
• Mature, reliable, and comfortable living in a remote lodge setting

Package

• Salary: Based on experience
• Live‑in accommodation provided
• Meals and other benefits discussed with shortlisted candidates

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Passionate about hospitality and guest service
• Comfortable working independently and supporting multiple departments
• Committed to maintaining high standards in a luxury lodge environment
• Looking for long‑term growth within a reputable lodge team
• Please forward applications to cameron@cedar-wood.co.za