Experience

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  Rosemary Hill

  • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

  • Event Coordinator

    • Oct 2023 - Present
    • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

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  BushAway Lodge

  • Brits

  • Lodge Manager

    • Jun 2021 - Oct 2023
    • Brits

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  Bosveld Bruilof

  • Brits

  • Company Owner

    • Mar 2021 - Oct 2023
    • Brits

    True South African Bush WeddingsThe perfect place to say "YES" ...The natural bushveld settings that we are blessed with and that we provide, ensure a truly South African rustic wedding.We offer the perfect wedding, where family and friends can spend quality time together to delight themselves in the celebrations of true love.We also offer complete exclusivity of the entire farm as well as the wedding venue for your special day, with personal attention in organizing your dream wedding. The most delicious 'Plaas-kos' prepared by our dedicated staff will surely satisfy your guests' taste buds. We also offer packages for every bride and groom's budget. From self catering, spit and formal menu options.Impress your guests with our unique Harvest Picnic for the after-ceremony drinks and snacks under the trees. Celebrate in our unique farm venue with an enchanting view of the thorn trees and and wildlife roaming freely.Bosveld Bruilof can entertain up to a maximum of 100 guests. We have accommodation for up to 12 guests on the farm itself, with overflow accommodation nearby.Feel free to make an appointment and we will lovingly show you around.We look forward to meeting you two.https://www.facebook.com/BosveldBruilof/

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  I Do With Nadia

  • South Africa

  • Business Owner

    • Jan 2016 - Mar 2021
    • South Africa

    I Do With Nadia is a full service company that provides completeconsulting services for weddings, holy unions and anniversaries.Our consultants are experienced and dedicated professionals with many years of event planning experience. I Do With Nadia is uniquein that we give our clients our undivided attention. We listen totheir needs and work with them to create the event of their dreams.Our clients' wishes become our commands. So whether our clientwants a Western, Costal, Destination or more traditional wedding oranniversary party, we can help. Our services include weddings,honeymoons, receptions, anniversary consultations, bachelor andbachelorette parties, budget planning, answers to etiquettequestions, as well as full-service referrals to florists, hairstylists, entertainers, musicians, etc.

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  Floreat Riverside Lodge & Spa

  • Operations Manager, Events & Wedding Coordinator

    • Dec 2018 - Feb 2021

    Provide leadership in the development and delivery of the Lodge’s hospitality operations Service the daily needs of our guests including front of house, food and beverage operations, housekeeping, property maintenance and security, educational activities and marketingPositively represent the lodge and its services throughout the local communityIdentify opportunities to increase revenue and profitabilityDay to day management of lodge operations - guest services, bookings, administration, housekeeping, tours and activities, food and beverage services Dealing with contractors and suppliers Property repairs, maintenance and security Maintain quality standards across the business Act as relief on-site caretaker as need arises Compliance with licensing laws, occupational health and safety, permits, accreditation and other statutory regulations Other duties as required to effectively manage the lodge and service our customersFront office duties – arrivals/departures, booking administration, customer inquiries, payments and sales, daily balance of point of sales systems Food and beverage Accommodation and general property cleaning as required Staff Management Recruit and train staff Provide leadership and direction to a small team of staff Fortnightly staff rosters Regular staff meetings

  • Reservations Manager & Wedding Coordinator

    • Jul 2018 - Feb 2021

    If you are looking for an idyllic piece of heaven on your travels, where you can spoil yourself, with beautiful surroundings - you have found it.Floreat Riverside Lodge is a great centre point to explore the Panoramic Route, with accommodation for those who want to stay in luxury or those humble travel junkies just sleeping over to explore the area.Floreat's interior and exterior design makes you feel like you are part of two worlds. While some spaces offer an exhilirating African feel, other spaces offer a luxurious Tuscan experience.The Lodge offers not only accommodation, but a state of the art Restaurant, Conferencing Facilities, Wedding Venues and a Health Spa.Floreat Riverside Lodge is your Home, your Playground, your sanctuary during your travels.Have a look at our Accommodation page to find the perfect space that best suites your needs. On our Things to Do page, you can browse for your perfect activity and have us book it for you. Our Spa page has all the latest treatments where you can enquire for a pricelist or simply book yourself a treatment.Tel: +27 (0)137642160Cell: +27 (0)78 861 7077Email: [email protected]: www.floreat.co.za

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  Luiperdskloof Game Lodge & Conference Centre

  • Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng, 1020

  • Front Office Manager / Assistant General Manager

    • Jan 2017 - Mar 2018
    • Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng, 1020

    • Duties and responsibilities:• Front Office management.• Marketing• Quotes and Invoicing • Bookings for guest accommodation and related needs.• All reception and admin related duties.• HR• Food and beverage assistant manager.• Book keeping, cash income and finances.• Hosting for conferences, weddings and general clients.• Personal assistant to the general manager Mr. L. J. Frenkel and owner Mr. T. T. Joubert.• Booking of flights and holiday destinations.• Game drives • MS Word• MS Excel• MS Outlook • Booking systems like Safari now, SA-Venues, Afristay etc.

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  Self employed

  • Delmas, Mpumalanga, South Africa

  • Co Owner

    • Jan 2014 - Mar 2018
    • Delmas, Mpumalanga, South Africa

    Aman Natural Horsemanship has a heart for horses and people. Situated just outside Delmas in the Mpumalanga region, South Africa we have wonderful horses and our goal is to develop horses and people and to help adults overcome fears and get to know nature and their place and their horse in it. Aman is Arabic for Trust, Safety, Protection and Calmness. We believe that is the way a horseman and his or her horse should be developed. To many people around Delmas; Aman Natural Horsemanship is a home away from home for children, parents and adults and especially Horse Lovers. A friendly, family orientated environment with the welfare of horse and rider of the foremost importance at all times. The horses at Aman, whether they are working trail horses, competitive horses or young stock, all live out, are barefoot and enjoy the experience of a natural herd environment. We at Aman are fortunate that our climate allows this natural experience for our horses and enjoy the many benefits this brings us. Our horses are noticeably more relaxed and confident.

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  Casablanca Manor

  • Pretoria Area, South Africa

  • Maître d'hôtel

    • Sep 2010 - Dec 2010
    • Pretoria Area, South Africa

    • Responsible for day to day scheduling of staff.• Maintaining proper uniforms of staff.• Is familiar with the operation of the cash register.• Actively maintains lighting, mood music and other restaurant specific environment needs.• Responsible for cleanliness and hygiene of waiters and waitresses.

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  Inbiaath Arabian Stud

  • Horse Trainer/ Sales Assistant

    • Jan 2005 - Dec 2008

    • Observe horses in their care for illness and injuries.• Establish a training schedule for each horse and work daily with their charges.• Advise potential horse owners about horses for sale.