Camp Manager & Chef: Elevate Guest Experience

JVR Software; Musina; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Craven Cottage CC in Limpopo seeks an experienced Game Ranger to oversee daily camp operations, guest relations, and staff supervision. You will prepare meals, coordinate arrivals/departures, and ensure safety and hygiene standards in a bush environment.

The role requires prior camp or lodge management experience, ability to plan menus, and strong organisational skills to support multiple departments on site.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a camp, bush lodge or similar hospitality operation.
• Confident in preparing wholesome, well-presented meals independently.
• Experience cooking in a lodge, camp, guesthouse or similar environment.
• Ability to prepare a variety of home-style meals confidently.
• Understanding of dietary requirements, food storage and kitchen hygiene.
• Strong guest relations, staff supervision and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily camp operations and ensure a welcoming guest experience.
• Manage staff across housekeeping, guest service and general camp duties.
• Prepare meals and assist with cooking when required.
• Coordinate guest arrivals, departures and daily requirements.
• Monitor food, housekeeping supplies and other operational stock.
• Oversee cleanliness, presentation and general upkeep of the camp.
• Report maintenance issues and follow up on repairs.
• Handle guest enquiries and resolve concerns professionally.
• Maintain portion control, minimise waste and rotate stock correctly.

Skills

Camp management

Guest relations

Staff supervision

Problem solving

Job description

Craven Cottage CC in Limpopo seeks an experienced Game Ranger to oversee daily camp operations, guest relations, and staff supervision. You will prepare meals, coordinate arrivals/departures, and ensure safety and hygiene standards in a bush environment.

The role requires prior camp or lodge management experience, ability to plan menus, and strong organisational skills to support multiple departments on site.