Job Description

FOOD. FUN. FRESH AIR. Now Hiring a Manager Who Can Handle It All?

Title: Bike Park, Family Market & Restaurant Manager

Location: Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
Type: Full-time | Outdoorsy, Food-Loving, People-Wrangling Role

At Blaauwklippen, we don't just pour wine but we pour passion into everything we do. And now, we're looking for someone with serious "make-things-happen" energy to run the show at our Bike Park, Family Market, and Onsite Restaurant.

If you've got the people skills of a party host, the hustle of a market vendor, and the instincts of a trail guide, keep reading...

The Gig

You'll be the driving force behind three of our most-loved attractions. From managing mountain bike trails to ensuring food is hot and vendors are happy, you'll be everywhere, and that's exactly how you like it.

Your job: make sure every guest, whether on two wheels or two legs, has a lekker time.

Your Toolkit

Bike Park:

Keep trails safe, fun, and ride-ready Host community rides, events & rentals Speak fluent bike (or at least fake it convincingly)
Family Market:

Manage vendors like a backstage boss Bring in music, entertainment, good vibes Invent family-friendly magic on weekends
Restaurant (within the bike park):

Keep the 'food fresh, the coffee hot, and the guests smiling Support the kitchen, stock, and service teams Turn "hangry" into happy
Plus:

Be a born leader, team motivator & spreadsheet whisperer Juggle rosters, suppliers, budgets & events -- all while sipping a flat white Work closely with the estate's other teams (marketing, events, maintenance, etc.) Champion sustainability, service excellence & the Blaauwklippen way
What You'll Need

3-5 years of experience in hospitality, events, or venue management A multitasking brain and leadership swagger Bonus points for food & beverage experience Weekend & holiday availability (we don't do "Monday to Friday vibes") Love for the outdoors, bikes, food, wine, and people A valid driver's license and the ability to handle a bit of mud
What You'll Get

A creative role on one of SA's most historic wine estates A chance to build something epic from the ground up A supportive team and a job that doesn't involve sitting still Salary that respects your hustle Perks like staff discounts, wine (obviously), and serious street cred
Salary is market related and based on experience

Ready to Roll?

Send your CV and a quick note on why you're our person to mila@blaauwklippen.com
Subject: Bike Park, Market & Restaurant Manager
Stellenbosch
Deadline: 30 April 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Language:

Afrikaans and English (Required)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/04/30