SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Our client, a luxury lifestyle farm and guest retreat near Montagu, is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Farm General Manager. This is a single or couple’s role ideal for someone eager to combine agriculture, project management and high-end hospitality into a holistic farm experience. The ideal candidate will be solution-driven, hands-on and passionate about rural living.
Preference will be given to candidates where the Farm General Manager is part of a couple, and the partner can take on the role of Hospitality Manager to oversee the guest activities.
Responsibilities:
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Lead all farm operations: orchards, livestock, vegetables, game, and guest accommodation
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Manage a team across hospitality, maintenance, and farming functions
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Drive the execution of farm projects and long-term development plans
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Ensure a premium guest experience aligned with a farm-to-table ethos
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Oversee budgets, costing, forecasting, and business development
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Implement sustainable, organic and innovative farming practices
Requirements:
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Fluent in English and Afrikaans
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Farm and hospitality management experience essential
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Strong leadership, organisational, and people management skills
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Mechanically inclined with good knowledge of tools and machinery
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Project management capabilities
