General Assistant

Bushwise; Plettenberg Bay; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite accommodation

Meals provided

Laundry services

Job summary

Bushwise, a boutique hospitality operation near Plettenberg Bay, seeks a General Assistant to support the Lodge Manager and multiple departments. You will focus on guest relations, hosting in dining areas, and ensuring a flawless guest experience.

This hands-on role requires strong organization, people management, and the ability to coordinate housekeeping, kitchen, and stock control when needed. Live-in accommodation and meals are provided, with a competitive salary negotiable based on

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, administrative, and people-management skills.
• A valid code 8 driver's license (Essential).
• Own reliable transport (Essential).
• Ability to live and work in a remote, beautiful estate environment.

Responsibilities

• Guest relations: Serving as a primary point of contact for guests, hosting in the dining room, and ensuring their stay is flawless and memorable.
• General & Staff Management: Assisting the manager with daily operational oversight and supervising staff across different shifts.
• Departmental Relief: Seamlessly stepping in to coordinate and manage Housekeeping, Kitchen operations, and Stock Control when required.
• Event Co-ordination: Assisting in the planning, setup, and execution of bespoke lodge events and guest functions.

Skills

Guest relations

Staff management

Event coordination

Leadership potential

Hospitality knowledge

Job description

Plettenbergbaai, South Africa | Posted on 09/14/2026

A boutique lodge situated just outside Plettenberg Bay is currently seeking a young, ambitious, and energetic individual with strong management and organisational skills to step into the role of General Assistant. In this position, you will work closely with the Lodge Manager, relieving and supporting various departments to ensure seamless operations.

The Ideal Candidate:

You must be highly presentable, articulate, and well-spoken, as the primary focus of this role revolves around high-level guest relations and hospitality. You need to be a hands-on individual who takes initiative, possesses strong leadership potential, and thrives on creating unforgettable guest experiences.

Core Responsibilities & Required Expertise:

• Guest Relations: Serving as a primary point of contact for guests, hosting in the dining room, and ensuring their stay is flawless and memorable.
• General & Staff Management: Assisting the manager with daily operational oversight and supervising staff across different shifts.
• Departmental Relief: Seamlessly stepping in to coordinate and manage Housekeeping, Kitchen operations, and Stock Control when required.
• Event Co-ordination: Assisting in the planning, setup, and execution of bespoke lodge events and guest functions.

Requirements

• Strong organizational, administrative, and people-management skills.
• A valid code 8 driver's license (Essential).
• Own reliable transport (Essential).
• Ability to live and work in a remote, beautiful estate environment.
• A competitive salary, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
• Comfortable onsite, live-in accommodation featuring an en-suite room.
• All meals and laundry services provided.
• The chance to gain diverse management experience in a highly regarded luxury hospitality environment.