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
Mpumalanga
Posted 2 months ago
📦 Stores Administrator – Luxury Safari Lodge (Sabi Sands Area)
A premium safari lodge in the Sabi Sands region is seeking a detail‑driven, organised and energetic Stores Administrator. All client-identifying details have been removed.🏞 About the Role
You’ll support the Purchasing & Procurement function with daily administration, ordering, stock control and supplier management, while providing full leave cover for the Procurement Manager.“The Stores Administrator provides full leave cover as well as assistance to the Purchasing & Procurement Manager in daily data capturing, administration, placing of orders and monthly stock takes.”
🛠 Key Responsibilities
- 📋 Place orders and manage daily administrative tasks
- 🔢 Conduct preliminary stock counts and assist with monthly stock takes
- 🧾 Raise purchase orders and process supplier invoices
- 🏷 Update lodge & housekeeping requisitions daily
- 🍽 Manage staff food allowances and daily cash‑ups
- 🚚 Assist with deliveries: verify quantities, pricing, quality & expiry dates
- 🛡 Complete delivery‑related H&S checklists
- 📞 Notify suppliers of shortages or damages
- 🧮 Reconcile supplier statements and petty cash
- 🔍 Investigate and report stock variances or discrepancies
- 📑 Ensure procurement documentation is complete and audit‑ready
“Assist with deliveries, verify quantities, prices, quality, expiry dates etc.”
🎓 Qualifications & Experience
- ✔ ±3 years’ experience in purchasing/procurement
- 💻 Strong computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook; Sage X3 & HMS Infor advantageous)
- 🗣 Excellent spoken & written English
💡 Behaviours & Skills
- 🧠 Methodical, organised and thorough
- 🗂 Strong administrative and data‑capturing ability
- 📅 Excellent planning and communication skills
- 🤝 Hands‑on, flexible and able to prioritise under pressure
- 🔍 High attention to detail and accuracy
- 🌍 Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
- 🏕 Realistic expectations of bush life
- ✨ Well‑groomed with good personal hygiene
- 😄 Positive, fun‑loving attitude
“Attention to detail and accuracy are essential.”
🎁 What’s in It for You
- 💼 Permanent employment
- 💰 Competitive basic salary (discussed during interview)
- 🏡 Live‑in furnished accommodation (possible sharing)
- 🍲 Monthly food allowance (R2614)
- 🏥 Medical Aid & Pension Fund contributions (50% after probation)
- 🎉 Gratuities & revenue‑based gratuity (from 2027)
- 🛏 20 annual bed nights for family & friends (from 2027)
- 🏋️♂️ Two Virgin Active memberships (after probation)
- 📆 Leave cycle: 4 weeks on / 2 weeks off
Job Features
📦 Stores Administrator – Luxury Safari Lodge (Sabi Sands Area) A premium safari lodge in the Sabi Sands region is seeking a detail‑driven, organised and energetic Stores Administrator. All...
Permanent
Mpumalanga
Posted 2 months ago
🏡 Housekeeping & Laundry Manager – Luxury Safari Lodge
A prestigious luxury safari lodge in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve is seeking an exceptional Housekeeping & Laundry Manager to lead and elevate all housekeeping and laundry operations across two premium lodges and an exclusive-use private residence. This is a live‑in leadership role suited to a hands‑on professional who thrives in a five‑star environment and understands the unique rhythm of bush life.🌍 About the Property
Located on the edge of the Kruger National Park, the lodge features two distinct luxury properties offering a combined 18 rooms, plus a private residence for exclusive bookings. Guests are primarily international travellers seeking world-class hospitality and unforgettable wildlife experiences.🧹 Role Overview
The Housekeeping & Laundry Manager ensures impeccable cleanliness, presentation, hygiene and guest comfort across rooms, public areas, back‑of‑house and laundry facilities. This role requires a proactive leader with exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational capability and the ability to motivate and manage a team of 20.📋 Key Responsibilities
- ⭐ Uphold and implement five‑star housekeeping standards.
- 👥 Manage, schedule and support a team of 20 housekeepers.
- 🔍 Conduct regular inspections of rooms, public areas and laundry facilities.
- 🎓 Provide training, feedback and performance monitoring.
- 📦 Maintain par stock levels and manage supplies and equipment.
- 💰 Oversee departmental budgets with strong cost control.
- 🗣️ Address guest feedback and resolve complaints.
- 🛡️ Ensure compliance with Health & Safety guidelines.
- 🤝 Collaborate with other departments for seamless operations.
🎓 Qualifications & Experience
- 5 years’ luxury hospitality housekeeping experience.
- 2+ years managing a housekeeping department in a five‑star lodge/hotel.
- Strong computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- HMS Infor & Sage experience advantageous.
- Excellent English communication skills.
- Proven organisational and inventory control skills.
💡 Behaviours & Attributes
- Passion for people and service excellence.
- Professional presentation and conduct.
- Calm, positive and proactive under pressure.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
- High accountability, integrity and attention to detail.
- Flexible, adaptable and solution‑oriented.
- Realistic understanding of bush life.
- A sense of fun and alignment with a vibrant, guest‑focused culture.
🎁 Package & Benefits
- Permanent employment.
- Basic monthly salary (discussed during interview).
- 🏠 Live‑in furnished accommodation.
- 🍽️ R2614 monthly food allowance at Stores.
- 🩺 50% company contribution to Medical Aid (post‑probation).
- 💼 50% company contribution to Pension Fund (post‑probation).
- 💸 Share of guest gratuities (from 2027 reopening).
- 📈 1% company revenue gratuity (from 2027 reopening).
- 🛏️ 20 bed nights annually for family & friends (from 2027 reopening).
- 🏋️ 2 free gym memberships (post‑probation).
- 📆 Leave cycle: 4 weeks on / 2 weeks off.
Job Features
🏡 Housekeeping & Laundry Manager – Luxury Safari Lodge A prestigious luxury safari lodge in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve is seeking an exceptional Housekeeping & Laundry Manager to l...
Permanent
North West
Posted 2 months ago
Assistant Lodge Manager – Live‑In Position Salary: R15,000 per month
🌿 Assistant Lodge Manager North West
We are seeking a professional, detail‑driven Assistant Lodge Manager to support daily operations and ensure an exceptional guest experience. This is a live‑in role suited to someone with strong hospitality expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to confidently manage staff and lodge functions when required.⭐ Key Responsibilities
- Hosting and engaging with guests throughout their stay
- Managing check‑ins and check‑outs
- Stock control and placing orders across departments
- Working closely with the Lodge Manager on daily operations
- Conducting thorough room checks before guest arrivals
- Overseeing staff and ensuring smooth workflow
- Managing the lodge in the absence of the Lodge Manager
🎓 Minimum Requirements
- Formal qualification in Hospitality Management
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a 4/5‑star lodge
- Excellent communication and administrative skills
- Strong staff management ability
- Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle
- Computer literate
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
🏡 Position Details
- Live‑in role
- 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation
- No pets allowed
- Uniform provided
- Meals included while on duty
- Reports directly to the General Manager
📌 Salary
R15,000 per month Please forward applications to cameron@cedar-wood.co.zaJob Features
Assistant Lodge Manager – Live‑In Position Salary: R15,000 per month 🌿 Assistant Lodge Manager North West We are seeking a professional, detail‑driven Assistant Lodge Manager to support ...
Permanent
North West
Posted 2 months ago
Join Our Team: Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
Location: Magaliesburg, North West Salary: R11,000 - R12,000 Accommodation: Single live-in accommodation & meals provided while on shift
About Us: We are a prestigious 4-star lodge and spa located in the scenic Magaliesburg region, offering exceptional service and unforgettable experiences to our guests.
Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Assistant Food and Beverage Manager to join our team. This role is essential in supporting our Food and Beverage operations and ensuring our guests receive exemplary service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in managing daily operations of the Food and Beverage department.
- Support in training and developing team members to provide high-quality service.
- Collaborate with the Head Manager to develop innovative menus and beverage offerings.
- Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene in all areas of the department.
- Handle guest inquiries and feedback professionally to enhance guest satisfaction.
Requirements:
- Recognizable qualifications in Hospitality Management or a related field.
- Previous experience in a Food and Beverage management role, preferably in a lodge or hotel setting.
- Strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Passion for providing superb guest experiences.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary of R11,000 to R12,000.
- Single live-in accommodation with ensuite bathroom provided.
- Meal while on shift.
- Opportunity to work in a beautiful environment with a dedicated team.
How to Apply: If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on this exciting role, send your CV, head and shoulder photo, contactable references and copies of qualifications and drivers license to admin1@cedar-wood.co.za
Job Features
Join Our Team: Assistant Food and Beverage Manager Location: Magaliesburg, North West Salary: R11,000 – R12,000 Accommodation: Single live-in accommodation & meals provided while on shift...
Permanent
North West
Posted 2 months ago
We are now recruiting for a Events & Wedding Coordinator in the Reservations Department to be based onsite.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Events & Wedding Coordinator / Reservations
Department
Sales, Reservations & Events
Reports To
General Manager
Employment Type
Permanent – Full Time
POSITION PURPOSE
The Events & Wedding Coordinator / Reservations is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing weddings, conferences, functions and special events while managing guest accommodation reservations. The role ensures exceptional guest experiences from the initial enquiry through to departure by providing professional sales, planning, coordination and reservation services aligned with the standards of a 4-Star hospitality establishment.
The incumbent serves as the primary contact for wedding couples, event organizers, travel agents, corporate clients and individual guests, ensuring smooth communication between clients and all operational departments.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
- Wedding & Event Coordination
- Respond promptly to all wedding and event enquiries.
- Conduct site inspections with prospective clients.
- Prepare quotations, proposals and contracts.
- Secure bookings and deposits.
- Coordinate wedding planning meetings with clients.
- Prepare detailed function sheets and event schedules.
- Liaise with:
- Food & Beverage
- Executive Chef
- Front Office
- Housekeeping
- Maintenance
- Grounds
- Spa
- Security
- Entertainment suppliers
- Coordinate all event logistics.
- Ensure venues are prepared according to agreed specifications.
- Oversee event setup and décor.
- Ensure weddings and events run according to schedule.
- Resolve guest concerns professionally.
- Attend functions where required.
- Conduct post-event follow-ups.
- Reservations Management
- Telephone
- Website
- Booking platforms
- Travel agents
- Corporate clients
- Processing reservations accurately.
- Confirming bookings.
- Updating reservation systems.
- Monitoring room availability.
- Maximising occupancy.
- Applying correct rates.
- Managing room allocations.
- Preparing arrival lists.
- Processing amendments and cancellations.
- Ensuring reservation accuracy.
- Managing group bookings.
- Coordinating room blocks for weddings and conferences.
- Sales & Revenue Generation
- Promote lodge facilities.
- Upsell accommodation.
- Upsell spa treatments.
- Upsell dining experiences.
- Upsell activities.
- Upsell wedding packages.
- Promote conference facilities.
- Generate additional revenue opportunities.
- Achieve monthly sales targets.
- Follow up on quotations.
- Convert enquiries into confirmed bookings.
- Client Relationship Management
- Wedding couples
- Corporate clients
- Conference organisers
- Tour operators
- Travel agents
- Suppliers
- Vendors
- Administration
- Contracts
- Quotations
- Deposits
- Invoices
- Event files
- Function sheets
- Guest correspondence
- Reservation records
- Financial Responsibilities
- Issue quotations.
- Confirm deposits.
- Follow payment schedules.
- Coordinate invoicing.
- Ensure outstanding balances are settled before events.
- Assist Finance with event reconciliations.
- Marketing Support
- Wedding marketing.
- Social media content.
- Promotional campaigns.
- Wedding expos.
- Vendor networking.
- Updating wedding brochures.
- Developing promotional packages.
- Operational Coordination
- General Manager
- Executive Chef
- Food & Beverage Manager
- Front Office Manager
- Housekeeping Manager
- Maintenance Manager
- Spa Manager
- Guest Service
- Maintaining professional communication.
- Handling complaints effectively.
- Exceeding guest expectations.
- Ensuring attention to detail.
- Creating memorable events.
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Diploma in Hospitality Management • Tourism Management • Event Management • Hotel Management
- 3–5 years' experience in:
- Wedding coordination
- Events management
- Hotel reservations
- Hospitality sales
- Hotel reservation systems (NightsBridge, Protel, Semper, Opera or similar)
- Wedding planning
- Event coordination
- Hospitality operations
- Front Office procedures
- Revenue management
- Guest relations
- Banqueting
- Conference coordination
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Time management
- Planning skills
- Negotiation skills
- Sales ability
- Customer service
- Administration
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Professional appearance
- Positive attitude
- High energy
- Friendly personality
- Calm under pressure
- Flexible approach
- Strong work ethic
- Initiative
- Integrity
- Reliability
- Confidentiality
- Wedding enquiry response times.
- Wedding conversion rate.
- Event revenue generated.
- Accommodation occupancy linked to events.
- Reservation accuracy.
- Guest satisfaction scores.
- Online review ratings.
- Repeat business.
- Function execution quality.
- Sales target achievement.
- Administration accuracy.
- Client feedback.
- Departmental communication.
- Complaint resolution.
- Budget adherence.
- Five or six-day work week as operationally required.
- Weekend work is compulsory during weddings and events.
- Public holiday work required.
- Evening functions required.
- Additional hours during peak seasons.
- Deliver exceptional guest experiences.
- Coordinate flawless weddings and events.
- Maintain accurate reservations.
- Maximise event and accommodation revenue.
- Build lasting client relationships.
- Promote the lodge's reputation for outstanding hospitality.
- Uphold all standards expected of a 4-Star hospitality establishment.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Job Features
We are now recruiting for a Events & Wedding Coordinator in the Reservations Department to be based onsite. JOB DESCRIPTION Events & Wedding Coordinator / Reservations Department Sales,...