Job Description
About the Role
Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Tasting Room Manager for a luxury hotel based in Cape Town. This is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality professional with strong wine and service knowledge to support the leadership of a premium tasting room environment and contribute to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing daily cellar door and tasting room operations to maintain premium service standards
- Supporting the management, training, and scheduling of tasting room staff
- Assisting with stock control, sales reconciliation, and cash management processes
- Ensuring strong guest service delivery and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction
- Supporting the coordination and hosting of special events and functions
- Assisting with local marketing initiatives and relationship building with partners and stakeholders
- Maintaining accurate administration, reporting, and operational records
- Supporting the Tasting Room Manager with staff development and team leadership
- Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and operational procedures
- Overseeing cleanliness, presentation, and readiness of all guest areas
- Assisting with cash-ups, handovers, and financial controls
- Supporting general operational duties to ensure smooth daily functioning of the tasting room
Requirements
- Matric and a Hospitality Diploma (or equivalent)
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role within a wine or hospitality environment
- WSET or wine-related qualification advantageous
- Strong understanding of wine, service standards, and guest experience delivery
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organisational and administrative abilities
- High attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Leadership potential with a proactive and hands-on approach
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment
Qualifications
No formal education or certifications are required for this role.
Salary & Benefits
Salary negotiable depending on experience. Live-out position available.
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Western Cape
The Western Cape, situated on the south coast of South Africa, is home to a thriving IT industry that offers a diverse range of career opportunities for professionals with expertise in various fields.
The job market in the Western Cape is highly competitive, with many major companies and startups operating in the region. The province’s strategic location, combined with its well-developed infrastructure, makes it an attractive hub for businesses looking to establish themselves in Africa. As a result, there is a high demand for skilled IT professionals who can support the growth of these companies.
The average salary ranges for IT professionals in the Western Cape are as follows: software engineers and developers can expect to earn between R800 000 to R1 200 000 per annum; data scientists and analysts can range from R600 000 to R900 000; cybersecurity specialists can earn anywhere from R500 000 to R800 000; and IT project managers can command salaries ranging from R400 000 to R700 000. These figures are based on industry standards and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and company size.
To succeed in an IT career in the Western Cape, professionals need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages (Java, Python, C++), data structures and algorithms, software development methodologies, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cybersecurity principles, and excellent communication skills. Additionally, knowledge of industry-specific tools and technologies, such as SAP or Oracle, can be highly valued.
Several major companies and industries are actively hiring IT professionals in the Western Cape. For example, tech giants like IBM and Dell have a strong presence in the region, while financial institutions such as Standard Bank and First National Bank also have significant IT departments. The automotive industry is another major sector that employs IT professionals, with companies like Toyota and Volkswagen having operations in the province.
Career growth opportunities are plentiful for IT professionals in the Western Cape, with many companies offering training and development programs to help employees upskill and reskill. With experience, professionals can move into senior roles such as technical lead or manager, or transition into related fields like business analysis or consulting. The region’s entrepreneurial spirit also makes it an ideal location for startups, providing opportunities for IT professionals to launch their own businesses or join innovative companies that are shaping the future of technology.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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