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Field Guide / FOH / Management Assistant – Luxury Game Farm – Western Cape

Our client a privately owned game reserve, situated in the picturesque Western Cape, is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join their team as a Field Guide, FOH (Front of House), and Management Assistant. As a privately owned game reserve, our client is committed to delivering unparalleled experiences to their guests, and they are looking for someone who shares their vision and values.

Description:

A. FOH Management / Guest Relations:

  • Administrative and reservations functions
  • Stock control
  • Quality control and unit/room checks prior to guest arrivals
  • Procurement
  • Adherence to reserve rules and protocols
  • Guest relations, reception, welcoming, and hosting guests
  • Planning and executing all guest relations and unique experiences
  • Catering for functions and normal bookings
  • Record-keeping of all relevant documents

B. Labour:

  • Monitoring of all staff
  • Time sheet management
  • Overtime management
  • General administration
  • Providing monthly reports

C. Hospitality / Guest Relations:

  • Reception and welcoming of all guests
  • Presentation and brief of the history and makeup of the game farm to guests
  • Entertainment and attending to reasonable needs of guests
  • Planning and executing guest relations and unique experiences
  • Catering for functions and normal bookings
  • Ensuring indemnities are signed by guests
  • Record-keeping of all signed documents by guests

D. Lodge Management:

  • Purchasing and distribution of cleaning materials
  • Purchasing of equipment as per requests
  • Catering if required
  • Maintenance and upkeep of all properties
  • Hosting of guests and ensuring their needs are met
  • Garden maintenance and monitoring

Requirements:

  • At least 3 years’ experience in a 5-star luxury lodge environment (Essential) with FOH experience, hosting, and guiding (Essential)
  • Outgoing, energetic, and vibrant personality
  • Excellent grasp of the English language and communication skills (Essential)
  • Well-groomed with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Good at building and maintaining relationships
  • Contactable references
  • Valid license and own vehicle (Essential)
  • Excellent verbal communication and memorization skills
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Ability to remain composed during stressful circumstances
  • Willingness to perform additional duties to facilitate the reserve’s operations, as needed
  • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to work under pressure

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