Food & Dining Experience Host | Sabi Sands

HospitalityandOutdoor; Durban; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals

Uniform

Job summary

Hospitality and Outdoor is seeking a Food & Dining Experience Host at our luxury safari lodge. This role blends hospitality, food knowledge and guest interaction to create a memorable dining journey.

You will act as the Lodge’s Food Journey Consultant, bridging kitchen, F&B, management and guests. The ideal candidate possesses credible kitchen knowledge, superb hosting and communication skills, and a genuine passion for food and guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality, lodge, restaurant or luxury guest service.
• Credible food and kitchen knowledge.
• Strong hosting and guest engagement skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Host and oversee the evening dining experience.
• Create a connection between the kitchen, food, and guests.
• Share the story and journey behind the dishes being served.
• Gather guest feedback and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with the Lodge Chef Consultant and F&B Manager.
• Assist with menu implementation and menu rollouts.
• Ensure kitchen teams consistently follow approved menu standards.
• Oversee kitchen OHS, hygiene, and operational standards.
• Support kitchen operations when required.
• Act as a communication link between guests, kitchen, management, and F&B teams.
• Enhance the overall guest dining and safari experience.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Guest engagement

Communication skills

Food/kitchen knowledge

Job description

Food & Dining Experience Host | Sabi Sands

Hospitality and Outdoor

Starting Date: ASAP

Establishment: Game Lodge

Additional Benefits

• Housing
• Meals
• Uniform

An exceptional opportunity is available for a passionate Food & Dining Experience Host to join a luxury safari lodge environment. This unique role combines hospitality, food knowledge, guest engagement, and operational support to create an unforgettable dining experience for guests. The successful candidate will act as the Lodge’s Food Journey Consultant, becoming the vital connection between the kitchen, Food & Beverage team, lodge management, and guests. More than simply serving meals, this role focuses on creating meaningful guest interactions by sharing the story behind the food, explaining menu concepts, and ensuring guests are fully immersed in the culinary aspect of their safari experience. The ideal candidate will have credible kitchen and food knowledge while also being comfortable in a front-facing role. A genuine passion for food, excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to build rapport with guests are essential. This position is perfect for someone who understands that food is an integral part of the overall safari journey and who enjoys creating memorable experiences through hospitality. Working closely with the Lodge Chef Consultant and F&B Manager, the successful candidate will assist with menu implementation, food concepts, operational standards, and guest feedback initiatives while supporting the kitchen team when required. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional who enjoys both the operational and guest-facing sides of the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Host and oversee the evening dining experience.
• Create a connection between the kitchen, food, and guests.
• Share the story and journey behind the dishes being served.
• Gather guest feedback and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with the Lodge Chef Consultant and F&B Manager.
• Assist with menu implementation and menu rollouts.
• Ensure kitchen teams consistently follow approved menu standards.
• Oversee kitchen OHS, hygiene, and operational standards.
• Support kitchen operations when required.
• Act as a communication link between guests, kitchen, management, and F&B teams.
• Enhance the overall guest dining and safari experience.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous hospitality, lodge, restaurant, or luxury guest service experience.
• Credible food and kitchen knowledge.
• Strong hosting and guest engagement skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Passion for food, hospitality, and guest experiences.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work closely with operational teams.
• Understanding of food service standards and hygiene requirements.
• Professional and approachable personality.
• Ability to gather and communicate guest feedback effectively.

Salary

Dependent on experience, skills, and value brought to the role.

Benefits

• Live-in position
• Meals included
• 3 Weeks On / 1 Week Off Cycle

Terms & Conditions

• Terms & Conditions