Positions Available
Become part of a dynamic team in the winelands
Administrative Officer
A dedicated person with a positive outlook is required to join the Farm team of La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- general office duties and administration
- diary management
- setting up meetings and taking minutes
- handling telephone enquiries
- responsible for petty cash and monthly reconciliations
- processing of invoices
- processing of logbooks
- liaison with suppliers
- assistance with audits (WIETA, IBW, IPW, and Farming for the future)
- all other administrative duties and tasks related to this position
Applications are awaited from candidates who comply with the following:
- appropriate tertiary qualification
- at least 3 years’ relevant experience
- excellent people and communication skills
- advanced computer skills (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook)
- experience in Wine MS, Donkerhoek Farm Management, and Adagin perscision farming advantageous
- thorough, organised work methods and attention to detail
- bility to work independently
La Motte offers a competitive salary, commensurate with the extent to which the above criteria are met.
Please forward your CV and covering letter to reach Anél Odendaal at recruitment.hr@hwines.co.za before 22 July 2026
If no response is received within two weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.Join the La Motte Cheese and Wine Experience Team
Become part of the La Motte Cheese and Wine Experience, where guests enjoy a curated cheese selection paired with a premium La Motte Reserve Collection Riedel VarietalSpecific Wine Tasting in our Barrel Maturation Cellar.
Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and share our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences and outstanding guest service.
We are recruiting the following positions:
Host
- Welcome guests with warmth and professionalism.
- Manage guest seating and reservations.
- Ensure a seamless and memorable experience from arrival to departure.
Cleaner
- Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness throughout the venue.
- Prepare tasting areas, glassware, and service stations before each seating.
- Collect and clear used glasses, crockery, and service items during and after each seating.
- Wash, polish, and prepare tasting glasses and crockery for service.
Cheese Advisor
- Set up, style, and maintain the cheese table to the highest standard.
- Guide guests with cheese selections, pairings, and accompaniments.
- Share knowledge of cheese varieties, production, and maturation.
- Place orders and monitor stock levels to minimise wastage.
- Complete daily stock takes and ensure correct storage of all products.
- Set up and break down the cheese table before and after service.
- Manage daily laundry collection and return, and report any breakages.
Wine Advisor
- Prepare tasting areas and ensure all wine service glassware is presentation-ready.
- Ensuring tables are set up as per the reservations (tablecloths, crockery, cutlery, glassware)
- Conduct engaging and informative La Motte Reserve Collection wine pairing.
- Offer advice on wine selection, tasting techniques, and pairings.
- Monitor wine stock, replenish service areas, and maintain accurate stock records.
Workdays and hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 08:00-17:00
Please forward your CV to reach Anél Odendaal at recruitment.hr@hwines.co.za before 21 August 2026.
If no response is received within two weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
