A beautiful and intimate family-owned 4* mountain nature reserve near Nelspruit / Mbombela is looking to recruit an energetic and enthusiastic support couple (FOH/Lodge Anchor position and Field guide/maintenance assistant).
We are looking for a dynamic couple with mature characters, good people skills and a passion for hospitality. Must be eager and willing, and keen to join a growing company.
We have a small team requiring hands-on approach, eye for detail, flexibility and determination to maintain and improve the very high standards already in place.
Applicants are required from the Mpumalanga area; to live on the property and the position includes accommodation & utilities (electric/gas/water/internet in reasonable usage).
Couple will be required to cover all aspects of lodge management when senior management on leave.
FOH / Lodge Anchor position:
Responsible for assisting lodge manager in all areas of lodge management; reservations, office administration, front of house and service, coordinating lodge staff duties, marketing.
Skills/requirements:
- Valid Driver’s license
- Minimum 2 years working experience in 4*or 5* lodge environment
- Tourism/hospitality qualifications
- Food & Beverage Experience
- Computer literate essential + knowledge of bookings systems
- Administrative skills and experience
- Hosting experience and service
- Attention to detail
- Some marketing knowledge or experience
Field guide / maintenance support:
Responsible for client nature experience, (nature drives, guided walks, hiking/MTB trails) land management support under farm manager, maintenance of guest activity equipment, trails and locations, assisting with general maintenance, front of house and service.
Skills/requirements:
- Valid Driver’s license & PDP
- Minimum 1 years guiding experience
- Good general bush knowledge of Lowveld area (minimum FGASA level 1 or equivalent knowledge)
- Specialty knowledge of birds/trees a bonus
- Hosting experience and service
- General maintenance skills and experience
- Land management experience (knowledge of land maintenance and invasive species removal, etc.)
- First Aid
Further Requirements:
- Good references from all previous employers.
- Fluent in English – Afrikaans/African language helpful but not necessary
- Own vehicle
- South African residency.
*List of duties can be supplied to applicants
– Salary: R20 000 per month combined (depending on qualifications and experience)
– Accommodation and utilities (electric/gas/water) provided – Must have own vehicle
If you qualify and are interested, please send your updated CV along with references and a recent Head & Shoulder picture to: