Farm Manager Couples - Montaque

SUMMARY:
Our client, a high-end guest farm outside Montague,  is seeking a highly skilled, well-presented and experienced couple to join the growing and
developing guest farm that is situated in a remote location outside of Montagu.
The farm’s main objective is to offer high-end accommodation for its guests, as well as have a
sustainable, earth-friendly agricultural business. The farm is ever evolving and focuses on farming with
nature. The owners are hands on but need individuals to manage the farm with high-level standards on
a daily basis.

POSITION INFO:

Farm Manager Responsibilities and Requirements:
Language Proficiency:

• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.

• Minimum of 5 years in stone fruit or similar agricultural operations.
• Experience in guest farm management is beneficial.

• Strong work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven management and leadership capabilities.
• Strong project planning and monitoring abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure, maintain organisation, and enforce discipline.
• Commitment to continuous learning and striving for excellence.

• Manage all aspects of the farm, including orchards, gardens, vegetables, animals, game,

• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, ensuring effective delegation, support, and performance

• Develop and implement production plans to optimise yield and quality.
• Oversee and manage crop production tasks, including irrigation, fertilisation, pest control, and

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and drive cost efficiency without compromising quality or

• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for the farming division.

• Excellent understanding of farming with nature, permaculture, and organic farming principles.
• Open to innovation and evolving farming practices; passionate about plants.
• Mechanically inclined, with knowledge of tractors, equipment, and general machinery.
• Ability to manage small improvement projects on the farm.

• Prepare and manage budgets.
• Monitor expenses and implement cost-effective measures.

• Minimum of 5 years of high-end hospitality management.
• A matric certificate and qualification in hospitality is required

• Fluent in English and Afrikaans; additional languages are beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Well-presented with a passion for hospitality, hosting, and entertaining.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high guest experience standards.
• Creative flair for aesthetics and interior design.
• Enthusiastic about food and wine with a hands-on approach.

• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Well-developed problem-solving capabilities.
• HR management responsibilities, including recruitment, performance management, training, and

• Develop and maintain top-class customer care standards.
• Tailor bespoke guest experiences focused on slow living, farm-to-table dining, and relaxation.

• Financial management, including budgeting, profitability targets, billing, and stock/asset

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general administrative tasks.
• Valid driver’s license required.