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
Limpopo
Posted 3 weeks ago
🌿 Management Couple – Luxury Lodge (Limpopo Province)
Live‑In Position | Luxury Lodge
Salary: From R45,000 (DOE) + Food Allowance
A well‑established luxury lodge in the Limpopo province is seeking an experienced Management Couple to oversee full lodge operations, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and maintain high standards across all departments. This is a live‑in role suited to a mature, hands‑on couple with strong hospitality, guiding, and operational expertise.
🔸 Key Responsibilities
Guest Experience & Operations
- Host guests on arrival and ensure a seamless, personalised stay.
- Conduct twice‑daily game drives and guided bush walks (FGASA Level 2 required for guiding partner).
- Oversee all lodge operations, ensuring efficiency, professionalism, and exceptional service delivery.
- Manage consumables, groceries, equipment, and lodge assets.
- Prepare annual shareholder/guest calendars and issue invoices after each stay.
- Monitor operational expenses and maintain accurate records.
- Manage and motivate a small team of three permanent staff, plus a chef when required.
- Oversee part‑time workers when needed.
- Prepare staff rosters and allocate daily duties.
- Ensure smooth functioning of housekeeping, laundry, and general lodge operations.
- Maintain lodge buildings, grounds, and all on‑site equipment to a high standard.
- Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with reserve protocols.
- Manage maintenance of the game‑viewer and secondary vehicle.
- Appoint external technicians for specialised or major repairs.
- Maintain strong communication with owners.
- Report to the lodge’s leadership structure.
- Appoint a suitable stand‑in ranger during off‑cycles.
- Proven experience as a lodge management couple.
- Strong leadership, communication, and guest‑relations skills.
- FGASA Level 2 (for guiding partner).
- Solid maintenance and problem‑solving abilities.
- High level of professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as a cohesive team.
- Salary: From R45,000+ (based on experience & qualifications)
- Food allowance provided
- Live‑in accommodation
Job Features
🌿 Management Couple – Luxury Lodge (Limpopo Province) Live‑In Position | Luxury Lodge Salary: From R45,000 (DOE) + Food Allowance A well‑established luxury lodge in the Limpopo province ...
Permanent
USA
Posted 4 weeks ago
Description
North America Retail Sales Manager
Employment: Permanent Job Level: Middle Management Work Structure: Remote (San Diego / Colorado / East Coast) Start Date: As soon as possible
Role Overview
A leading luxury travel brand is seeking an experienced North America Retail Sales Manager to drive growth across the U.S. and Canadian retail travel market. This strategic, externally focused sales role requires a well‑connected professional with an established network in the luxury travel advisor community and proven success working with major consortia and host agency partners.
The successful candidate will expand the brand’s presence across North America by developing advisor relationships, identifying new business opportunities, driving sales performance, and representing the brand at industry events.
Key Responsibilities
- Grow and manage relationships with luxury travel advisors, consortia, host agencies, and strategic retail partners.
- Drive sales growth within the North American retail travel channel.
- Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities.
- Deliver product training, webinars, and sales presentations to travel advisors.
- Represent the brand at trade shows, industry events, roadshows, and partner meetings.
- Collaborate closely with marketing, reservations, and international sales teams.
- Provide market intelligence and insights on advisor trends, consortia performance, and industry developments.
- Minimum 3+ years’ experience in luxury travel sales, safari sales, luxury hospitality, tour operations, DMC, expedition, or experiential travel.
- Existing relationships with travel advisors across the U.S. luxury travel market.
- Demonstrated experience working with leading consortia such as Virtuoso, Signature Travel Network, Ensemble, Traveller Made, or similar luxury travel networks.
- Strong understanding of:
- Travel advisor distribution channels
- Consortia structures
- Host agency models
- Luxury retail travel dynamics
- Proven success in revenue growth through strategic relationship management and consultative selling.
- Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- African destination or safari product knowledge.
- Experience selling Africa.
- Reside in North America.
- Be legally authorised to work in North America.
- Require no visa sponsorship, work permit support, or immigration assistance now or in the future.
- Have a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in luxury travel sales, hospitality, safari, expedition, or a related travel sector.
- Possess established relationships within the North American luxury travel advisor community.
- Demonstrate direct experience working with major luxury travel consortia (Virtuoso, Signature, Ensemble, etc.).
- Have a strong understanding of retail travel distribution channels, advisor networks, host agencies, and consortia dynamics.
- Be willing and able to travel extensively across North America and internationally, often at short notice.
- Be comfortable working remotely and independently while collaborating across global teams.
- A relocation or visa sponsorship opportunity.
- Suitable for candidates living outside North America or planning to relocate.
- A junior sales, coordinator, or administrative role.
- A reservations, operations, or customer service position.
- Suitable for candidates without proven experience working with travel advisors and luxury travel consortia.
- A predominantly office‑based position — significant travel is required.
- A role that can be performed effectively without an existing industry network and strong relationship‑building capability.
Job Features
Description North America Retail Sales Manager Employment: Permanent Job Level: Middle Management Work Structure: Remote (San Diego / Colorado / East Coast) Start Date: As soon as possible Role...
Permanent
Malawi
Posted 4 weeks ago
🌍 Senior Management Couple – Luxury Safari Operation | Malawi
A renowned eco‑safari brand in Malawi is seeking an accomplished Management Couple to take on a high‑impact leadership role within one of the region’s most respected wilderness hospitality portfolios. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned couple who thrive in remote environments, lead with purpose, and deliver exceptional guest experiences in world‑class natural settings.What We’re Looking For
We are searching for a dynamic couple with a strong blend of operational expertise, people leadership, and a genuine passion for conservation‑focused tourism. The ideal pairing will bring:- 3–5+ years’ senior leadership experience within luxury lodges, camps, or remote hospitality operations
- Proven ability to manage multi‑department teams and uphold high service standards
- Experience working outside South Africa or within cross‑cultural environments
- Strong communication, emotional intelligence, and the ability to build trust with diverse teams
- A hands‑on, solutions‑driven management style suited to remote, logistically complex locations
- A deep appreciation for nature, wildlife, and sustainable tourism practices
Role Overview
This couple will jointly oversee the smooth running of a flagship lodge operation, ensuring excellence across guest experience, staff development, operational systems, and conservation‑aligned hospitality standards. Responsibilities include:- Leading daily lodge operations with professionalism and consistency
- Driving guest engagement, service excellence, and personalised hosting
- Managing staff performance, training, and team culture
- Overseeing stock control, procurement, and cost management
- Maintaining property standards, safety protocols, and operational efficiency
- Supporting long‑term sustainability goals and community‑focused initiatives
Package & Benefits
- US$4,500–5,000 NETT per month (combined)
- On‑site accommodation provided
- All meals included
- Annual flight allowance
- Opportunity to work in one of Africa’s most breathtaking wilderness destinations
Start Date
October / November 2026Additional Notes
- This appointment is not suitable for children or pets due to the remote nature of the environment.
Job Features
🌍 Senior Management Couple – Luxury Safari Operation | Malawi A renowned eco‑safari brand in Malawi is seeking an accomplished Management Couple to take on a high‑impact leadership role ...
Permanent
KwaZulu-Natal
Posted 4 weeks ago
Junior Lodge Anchor – KwaZulu-Natal
A prestigious luxury lodge in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a dedicated Junior Lodge Anchor to join their team.✨ Position Details
- Live-in position with full accommodation provided
- Salary: R 9,000 per month
🌟 Candidate Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in hospitality or lodge management
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar position and environment
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences
🛎️ Key Duties
- Welcome and host guests, ensuring exceptional service throughout their stay
- Oversee daily lodge operations in collaboration with department heads
- Ensure smooth communication between guest services, kitchen, and activities teams
- Handle guest requests promptly and professionally
- Support front office with check-ins, reservations, and administration
- Assist with event coordination for guest activities and special occasions
- Maintain lodge standards in service, safety, and hospitality
📋 Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending the following:- Updated CV
- Recent head-and-shoulder photo
- Copies of qualifications
- Contactable references
Job Features
Junior Lodge Anchor – KwaZulu-Natal A prestigious luxury lodge in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a dedicated Junior Lodge Anchor to join their team. ✨ Position Details Live-in position with full ac...
Permanent
KwaZulu-Natal
Posted 4 weeks ago
🌿 TRAILS GUIDE – KZN | BIG 5 GAME LODGE 🌿
A respected Big 5 lodge in KwaZulu‑Natal is recruiting a professional Trails Guide to join their guiding team. This role is ideal for a calm, confident, guest‑focused guide with strong bush knowledge and a passion for delivering exceptional walking safari experiences.📌 PACKAGE
- Salary: R20,000 – R25,000 (experience‑dependent)
- Live‑in accommodation
- Meals provided
- Uniform
- Working in a stunning Big 5 environment with excellent guest interaction
🔎 REQUIREMENTS
- FGASA NQF2 or higher
- Full Trails qualification or Back‑Up Trails (minimum)
- Valid ARH, First Aid, PrDP, and all guiding paperwork up to date
- Dangerous Game experience on foot
- Strong knowledge of mammals, birds, botany, tracking, and general ecology
- Professional, well‑presented, and guest‑centric
- Physically fit and able to conduct long walks in varied terrain
- South African citizen or valid work permit
🦁 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct safe, informative, and engaging walking safaris
- Host guests on game drives when required
- Deliver world‑class guest experiences with a strong educational focus
- Maintain rifles, equipment, and vehicle readiness
- Assist with lodge duties, conservation tasks, and bush maintenance
- Keep accurate sightings logs and guiding records
- Uphold lodge guiding standards and safety protocols at all times
Job Features
🌿 TRAILS GUIDE – KZN | BIG 5 GAME LODGE 🌿 A respected Big 5 lodge in KwaZulu‑Natal is recruiting a professional Trails Guide to join their guiding team. This role is ideal for a ca...