A Heartfelt Thank You to Lara and Wild Dreams Hospitality
It’s rare to meet someone like Lara Wessels, someone whose kindness, professionalism, and genuine care can make such a real difference in your life. From the very first moment I connected with her through Wild Dreams Hospitality, I felt understood and supported in a way that truly stood out.
Lara took the time to get to know not only my skills and experience but also my hopes and long-term goals. Her guidance throughout the process of securing my position at Lions Valley Lodge was exceptional. She offered encouragement when I needed it, shared honest and thoughtful advice, and always responded with patience and warmth. I never once felt like just another candidate. She approached my journey with heart and integrity, and that personal touch meant more than she knows.
Because of Lara, I’m now part of something special at Lions Valley Lodge. I wake up every day feeling excited and grateful for where I am and what I do. She didn’t just help me find a job, she helped me step into a new chapter with confidence and purpose.
Lara, thank you. Your passion for helping others grow in this industry is inspiring, and I’m so grateful that our paths crossed.

Dominique and the entire Wild Dreams staff have been absolutely incredible throughout my employment process. Despite a complex situation, Dominique was consistently engaged, supportive and proactive. She checked in at every step, and truly went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. I’m deeply grateful for her dedication and professionalism, she made a challenging process feel easy!

I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to Wild Dreams Hospitality and Dominique for their exceptional support in helping me secure employment. Their professionalism, guidance, and dedication made the job‑search process smooth and encouraging.From the moment I reached out, the team at Wild Dreams was consistently helpful, responsive, and committed to assisting me in finding the right opportunity. Their guidance not only boosted my confidence but also ensured that I was well‑prepared throughout the application and interview stages.I am truly grateful for their efforts and highly recommend Wild Dreams to anyone seeking reliable and supportive recruitment assistance.

I’m incredibly grateful to Dominique for her outstanding support throughout my job search journey. She was very invested in helping me find the right opportunity. She matched me with a role that not only aligns with my career aspirations but also feels like the perfect fit.
Her communication was seamless, her advice was spot-on, and her dedication made the entire process feel effortless. Thanks to her guidance, I’ve landed a position that excites me every day and I couldn’t be happier.
She helped me take the next big step in my career, and I’ll always be thankful for that.

I would like to show my appreciation to Ciara and the Wild Dreams team for helping me find my dream job. Keep doing good work and helping others, all the best in life to you.

Thanks to Amore for all the efforts and hard work, excited for my new adventure to begin with the Sibuya family.

A massive thank you to Ciara; she nailed everything for me. Her attitude and attention as a recruiter are rare, and her personality is just great. I really appreciate that she found me, lined up, and scheduled the interview. She’s more than a professional in her work.

Thank you thank you thank you. From the start I know Travis wanted this job for me. Your kindness will remain in my heart. This is my home. I will stay here until my time to retire. I am so happy. With my first paycheck I am going to take my wife for dinner and we will celebrate and remember you. One day I hope you can join us. Thank you

I recently had the pleasure of working with Ciara Wiese from Wild Dreams Hospitality during my application process for a House Manager position in Jeddah, and I can’t say enough about her exceptional professionalism and support. From the very start, Ciara was warm, friendly, and incredibly approachable, which made me feel at ease right away. Her clear communication kept everything smooth and straightforward throughout the entire process. I appreciated how she consistently provided timely updates and answered all my questions with both patience and clarity, ensuring I felt fully informed and supported. Job applications can often be stressful, but Ciara’s attentive and thoughtful approach transformed the experience into something seamless and pleasant. Her unique ability to blend professionalism with genuine care for her candidates truly sets her apart, reflecting positively on both her and the Wild Dreams Hospitality team. I am extremely grateful for Ciara’s support during this process and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone.

I found Wild Dreams online after spending some time unemployed. I had seen an opportunity on their website for a senior guide position and sent through my application. Quite soon after, I sent my application through, and I was contacted by Ciara Wiese. After a couple of days, Ciara mentioned that there is another opportunity and that she thinks it would be wise to apply there as well. It is at this time that she also generated an application for my wife so we could apply together. Without Ciaras’ quick thinking and intuition, we would not have had an opportunity to get an interview, which led to us being employed together!We would like to give a heartfelt thanks to Ciara. Her professionalism and eagerness to help us out of a difficult is something we did not see in other recruiters. It was a joy to be able to work together. Here’s to many successful years!

We just wanted to extend our sincere thanks to Marie-Louise and Wild Dreams Hospitality for helping us secure this amazing job opportunity. Your guidance, support, and dedication throughout the process made a real difference, and we’re truly grateful for everything you did to help us land this role. It’s an exciting step forward, and we couldn’t have done it without your help. Thank you again for your efforts

A huge thank you to Amore and Wild Dreams for helping me find this amazing new opportunity! Their perfect mix of professionalism and personal care made the whole process so much easier. Thanks again – I truly appreciate everything you’ve done!

Nikki Meiring helped me so much when I was looking for a new job. She was so helpful and very caring. She never stopped supporting me. I felt so optimistic working with her and you can see the passion for her job. Thank you so much Nikki and the Wild Dreams Team for all your help and support

I initially applied for the position on the Wild Dreams website, and Danielle reached out to me regarding the opportunity. From that moment, she has been an incredible help. I have worked with a few other recruiters before, but Danielle made me feel truly seen and genuinely wanted to help. She guided me through every step of the process, from our first conversation to my first day at Imagine Africa Luxury Tented Camp. Her communication was always quick and efficient, making everything feel effortless. She was friendly, professional, and truly made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Thanks to Danielle, I am now happily settled in my new job, and I couldn’t be more grateful for her support. She is a great asset to the Wild Dreams team, and they should be proud to have her!

We worked with Dominique from Wild Dreams for many months until we found the right fit for our new positions. Moving with a family made things more challenging but Dom was patient and meticulous in her search to find roles that met all our wishes. She always kept us in the loop and kept communications open throughout the process. She really cared and understood that it wasn’t just about the job but the whole package that was best for our family’s needs. Thank you Dom

I worked with Dominique for some time, helping me find the perfect job. I am very excited to share that she managed to find the perfect position for me! I am very grateful that she did not give up on me and I love how she was patient and how well she communicates. I also love my new job! I would like to thank Wild Dreams for taking their time and effort to help us get ahead in life, I can never thank them enough.

Amore was exceptional & extremely professional. Should I require future employment I will most definitely be utilising Wild Dreams’s services. Thank you!

“My journey with Wild Dreams Hospitality has been amazing. My agent Stacey has been very supportive from the beginning of when we started with my journey to get back into hospitality. She would always encourage me and always had my back. When I got the job where I’m currently working, she always made sure I was okay with the interview process and settling in.” – Bonolo, Banqueting Coordinator

“Hallo Marie-Louise and Dominique. Wow, I think it’s almost been a year, maybe longer looking for the perfect job. And at last, we found my wildest dream job. Thank you for all of your patience and for believing in me.” – Joe Jacob, General Manager.

“Thank you Amore and Stacey for the wonderful support and for helping me find my dream job.” – Privillege, Field Guide.

“I just want to thank Dom for helping me finding my dream job. She was kind, patient and determined to find the right place/job for me. She would check up on me during the whole process even after getting the job, to ensure that I am happy. Thank you Dom and Wild dreams for giving me the chance to find the perfect place for me!” – Monique B. – FOH at Nungubane Game Lodge.

“My experience with Stacey has been so wonderful. Every opportunity which she has led me to has been a dream job. I have gained such valuable experience since the start. Thank you!” – Mnisi G.

“I’d like to say thank you to Amore for everything that you have done for me. I’ve been trying to find a nice job for a long time and Wild Dreams helped me find my dream job. Thank you Wild Dreams for helping me, I am very proud of you guys. I am a happy man because of you, again, thank you very much. I will do my best to represent.” – Goodenough K.

“I would love to say thanks to Wild Dreams Hospitality for getting me a new job at a luxury lodge as the Head chef.
It didn’t take long to get a new job and they are a great recruitment company. I love them. I would work with them again in the future.” – Placed by Angie.

“After working for a company for 7 years, I decided to move on and look for another job. My sister advised that I should try Wild Dreams. That is where I found angie, a beautiful soul! Within 2 weeks she was able to find a job for me. I am now a pastry chef at Shumbalala, all thanks to Wild Dreams and you Angie.” – Rachel Mohlala, Pastry CDP at Shumbalala.

“I would like to thank Wild Dreams for helping me with this new adventure of finding a new job. Angie and Amore were so helpful, they made sure that I found my dream job very quickly.” – Prudence Mathebula, Sous Chef @ Klaserie Drift Lodge

“I’m so very grateful to have met Rach Elson from Wild Dreams. I have a new job that Rach put a lot of effort into for me to find my dream job. Many thanks to Rach Elson I’m so glad you pushed me to this extent.” – Head Chef @ Ivory Wilderness

“Found my dream job with the help of Dominique from Wild Dreams. She really goes the extra mile. Thank you so much, Dominique..” – All-Rounder @ Corea Guest House

“Hi everybody, my name is Abram Mahoane.
I am from Klerksdorp, North West province. I am a chef by profession and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I have found myself in a lot of predicaments as I was retrenched from my job. I found a few jobs here and there but my life completely changed after coming across an ad on Facebook by Wild Dreams Recruitment. I got to talk with Rachel and I sent my CV to her. She wasted no time in assisting me with getting a job at a lodge called Shumbalala where I got to resume my culinary journey.
Wild Dreams Recruitment is the best as it has changed my life!”

“I am currently traveling all over the States and I am having the absolute best time. Honestly. This has been an experience of a lifetime and has been a whirlwind of an amazing 3 months so far.” – placed by Amore.

“ Wild Dreams were very helpful from the start and extremely quick to start the job search for a role that suits my qualifications and abilities. Marie-Louise was able to find a role that suits me perfectly. Once my documents were in order she was able to organize an interview which I couldn’t have done on my own “

I’m incredibly fortunate to have had Angie assist me in finding work quickly. Angie went above and beyond and took great care and effort to find me an excellent position with great employers. Hayley and the staff that makes up the Herd are truly professional and in doubt-specialists in their field of work. I’d like to give a true and sincere Thank you to Angie, Hayley, and the Wild Dreams Hospitality Herd for their absolutely incredible and meaningful work! Skye – Assistant Manager/Guide

I like to take this opportunity to thank Amore and Wild Dreams Recruitment, Amore she’s the best recruiter I ever met, and I’m where I am because of her, I can’t thank her enough, may you please help others to reach their success in their journey. God bless you 

I would like to thank Amore and Anna for everything they have done for me.  Our journey began in the middle of 2021 and Amore found me a home in 2022. Not because they were not trying,  we were just not getting the right one.  I come from a finance and HR background, but they believed I could make it as Lodge Manager,  and here I am managing a beautiful,  intimate lodge in the Klaserie Private Game Reserve.  Thank you, ladies, you are simply the best.

Theres a lot I can say! I was blessed with Mel, the first thing is that she made me priority, believed in me and boosted my confidence. She also helped me to find my dream job in Limpopo. Mel is one of the best recruiters I worked with! May she continue to help others succeed in life, big thank you Mel for everything you’ve done for me.
Tshepiso Nobunga – Sous/Pastry Chef @ Monwana

I was very fortunate to have had Dom as my recruiter. As she made my journey of finding my dream job very easy and informative. It was quite a privilege to work with Dom, she was very patient and always willing to assist, I had such an amazing experience and I can’t thank Dom and wild dreams enough.
Given Mamahlodi. – Spa Therapist at Tswalu

I just want to take this time to say thank you to Wild Dreams Hospitality. I appreciate the role and effort you played in my life. A new journey has begun, baie dankie Angie! Lillian Mhlongo – Housekeeper at Shumbalala

I just like to thank Matt and the team that put in all the effort toward my future career. Matt has been so good to me from the first day I started talking to him. He went all out to make sure I got what I deserve and I so wish to work with him again in the future, it feels like I have known Matt for a long time.

I had such a wonderful experience with Wild Dreams Hospitality and specifically with Mel! The process was so personal and professional. I felt and still feel like I have the support I never knew I needed while looking for a job! Just to top it off I got the dream job I’ve always wanted!

What a beautiful journey – compliments to the Wild Dreams Hospitality team. I was unaware that there are people out there who can help you find a job this quickly. I remember chatting with my friend telling him that I was looking for a new opportunity and he referred me to the Wild Dreams Hospitality team. I dealt with more than one Recruiter. Yes, I didn’t succeed during my first interview but never gave up! I finally got what I wanted – a golden opportunity at one of the most prestigious Safari Lodges, this is such an achievement for me! Mel & team, once again, big grateful heartfelt thanks – for all your hard work! I cannot wait to start!!!

I want to thank Mel for getting me a job after 2 years of unemployment. She took me out of the street selling ice pops to Administrator & Stores Manager. She was so friendly and patient with me. I would Whatsapp her anytime and she will respond back without complaining, she was so supportive and did follow-ups for me.
I was so comfortable chatting with her. I m gonna start my new year with excitement. Mel, I don’t know how  to thank you,  I can’t thank you enough  I believe you gonna change more people’s lives as you changed mine

I think my stars were perfectly aligned when I came across Mel from Wild Dreams Hospitality.
She is really a dynamic person who does her job sincerely. Before I had a chat with her, I was struggling to find the right opportunity, Mel understood my skills and requirements and patiently found a perfect matching job to my skill set.
Not only this, but she also made sure that the whole employment process went smoothly and was available at every step even after the offer was finalized. I am happy that I came across her during my job search and landed an industry-based job through her.
Many thanks to Wild Dreams Hospitality.
Mel, I certainly appreciate your efforts in making sure that I understand what the position entails and your follow-up after each interview. I cannot thank you enough for being so kind, encouraging, and supportive.
I found the experience with Wild Dreams professional and highly recommended.

Thank you so much to you, Mel and Amore, for all the hard work you have put in to assist us in finding a position at Sebatana. We will use this fantastic opportunity to learn and grow and solidify ourselves in the industry and we look forward to working with Wild Dreams in the future.

I have been following the Wild Dreams Hospitality website for some time, and I must say I knew from that moment that I was at the correct platform; as I was seeking for employment in the hospitality industry.
I got helped by a very helpful agents, Amore & Britt, who were patient and got to every mail sent to them.
Wild dreams hospitality is a recruitment agency that walks the talk! The agent gives you a lot of autonomy, they are very mission driven and helpful in finding the right role for you. This is the first time I’m working in a lodge based setting, in the bush, and I’m loving every moment.
I must say I am where I am because of them🤭❤️

I’ve made myself a permanent member of the team at Camp George, before the probationary period is up, through the assistance of Amore. It is absolute paradise out here and I am in the company of wonderful people, including Manie and the staff, James Steyn around the corner etc etc etc.
Thank you again for your help, I am precisely where I have always wanted to be 🐾🤠

It was very pleasant to work with Wild Dreams Hospitality. The staff is friendly and helpful. Mel really went out of her way to help us find our new job back in South Africa. Thank you!

Genuinely and sincerely, want to thank Angie for going out of your way to helping get this job. Thank you for being involved, and being professional through out the whole time. This really is my dream job!!

Thank you to Angie, she really got to know me and was a great communicator. She was so understanding and patient with me and remained calm and positive throughout. I am loving my new role as FOH Manager.
I can surely say that with Angie as a Wild Dreams ambassador you cant go wrong.

I want to say thank you to Britt and also to Wild Dreams for being such a great recruitment agency and thank you for making my wild dreams come true. I spoke to you and in less than 2 weeks you were able to find me my new home in the bush, thank you so much for helping me.

Thank you Angie, I am loving my new job, I can definitely see myself here for a good couple of years, its just the job for me.
I owe you a bottle of wine if you ever come by the restaurant.

Hayley is my go-to person when applying for both permanent and free-lance work in the lodge industry. As a ‘mature’ lady, I discovered many other agencies either didn’t respond to my CV submission, or told me I was too old or didn’t have the right qualifications! Hayley has been the only person willing to put forward my CV, knowing that often experience is more beneficial than a qualification. Through Wild Dreams Recruitment a part time position was offered to me, and then Hayley put me forward, and helped me secure a very prestigious and excellent permanent position. Hayley was excellent at communicating with me every step of the way from setting up interviews, asking how they had gone, giving honest feedback and finding out exactly what I was looking for and any concerns I may of had. She gives you a realistic picture of what to expect and how to present yourself in interview. At all times she is friendly, honest and professional. I can truthfully say that, in my 40 odd years of working, Wild Dreams Recruitment have been the most professional, communicative and helpful agency. I strongly recommend this excellent company.

I got in touch with Hayley via her facebook page – Wild dreams Hospitality. I was looking for a job as a guide and she managed to get me a couple of interviews close together. She gave me all the background information I needed and answered my questions really well which put my mind at ease. As a foreigner, it’s not an easy process but she helped me to navigate the best way through it and even put up with to my endless calls as I deliberated which job to take! In the end I made a decision and I know it was definitely the right one….I have never been happier! Without a doubt I wouldn’t be where I am without her.

Every lodge has it’s own atmosphere which caters towards their staff and guests. Finding the correct candidate when a vacancy becomes available can be difficult most times for both the recruiter and the recruited. I have been extremely fortunate to have known Hayley for several years which has made the process hassle free to say the least. The professionalism and calmness that she provides through all the stages from the beginning to the end is remarkable and through this shows that each prospective candidate is valued and appreciated. She goes the extra length to assure you of any potential developments and most importantly keeps you up to date on potential interviews or prospects. Working with Hayley has made this journey of permanent and freelance safari guiding a lot easier for me and for this I am also grateful to her.

Hayley is highly efficient, professional, friendly and helpful.
Within hours after placing an advert on Facebush looking for a new guiding position, Hayley had contacted me and said that she had the “perfect placement” for me.
She arranged a stay-over interview for me and gave me all the details I needed for this to take place smoothly and without stress.
I have been a guide at the Camp for four months, and absolutely love it. It is the perfect fit!

After working at one place for 10 years I decided I needed a change and took a risk, firstly accepting a 6 month contract hoping it may turn into a permanent role, unfortunately it didn’t. I was then recommended to contact Hayley who managed to find me a new 6 month contract, but she promised once the contract was up she would do her best to find me the perfect permanent position. I am now working at a wonderful new lodge thanks to Hayley, she is the best agent! She replies urgently and is trustworthy. I recommend her to every job seeker I meet. #goforhayleysheisthebest

Working with Wild Dreams has been nothing but a beautiful journey from day one. They are friendly, efficient and very professional and I would recommend them

I applied for a position that was advertised by Wild dreams. Shortly after applying I was contacted by Hayley for a formal interview and was highly impressed by the competent and provisional manner in which she managed my application. The communication and follow up that I received from Hayley before and after my interview was clear and professional and I was successful in my application.

Wild Dreams assisted me to find a position at a Lodge in the Greater Kruger, I love working here and thank them for finding this dream job for me

After I returned from working in the United States for 4 years, I had no idea where to start looking for a job that I would love. I received Hayley’s email from someone that knew about Wild Dreams. After I sent through my CV to Hayley she got back to me very quickly and started putting together options for interviews. Soon after that I was invited for an interview at an amazing 5 star Lodge in the Timbavati where I was soon after offered a job. I now manage an amazing 5 Star Villa at that lodge where I have now been working at for almost 3 years. I could not be happier with how fast and professional Hayley handled the whole process. She always made sure I knew everything I needed to and everything went smoothly. Wild Dreams gave me my new home and my new family which I could not be more grateful for.

Wild Dreams Recruitment is awesome! Working with Hayley was great, she was very professional, organised and helpful. She listened to me and was able to be objective the whole time. She was consistent in following up with me and the organisation I ended up joining has been the best, most wonderful team. I have learnt so much over these past few months and I’m very happy to be part of this brand. Should I wish to ever leave this organisation I know just the person to call. Her diligence and attention to detail makes for the best recruitment official. Many thanks to Wild Dreams.

‘We are so thankful to Hayley for all her hard work and dedication, she has found such an awesome new opportunity for us with new and exciting challenges. She was so willing to listen and give advice whenever we were unsure of anything. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to make 2019 amazing.

July 2017 I went on Facebook in search for a job, after I became yet another statistic of life after divorce. I saw the post from Hayley ‘looking for Maintenance Manager in the Hoedspruit area’ As we all know sending your cv to a labour consultant, you hardly get a reply. It was a matter of hours when Hayley replied after I sent my CV to her. Within a couple of days, I had a telephonic interview with the GM from the lodge. Hayley then mailed me that I have a sleep over, site inspection interview with the GM. To cut a long story short, I am still working at the lodge as the Maintenance manager. Hayley had an open but confidential communication with me in this period. Never was I uncomfortable in any of the questions she asked me. I felt safe knowing that my information will not leak out without my permission. She is delivering an honest and true service to her clients. Ever since I have met Hayley up until today, I found that she is professional and highly skilled in her
profession.

Hayley Cooper assisted me with finding my new position at the Front Office Manager at a 5 Star Lodge. I was nervous of choosing the right position and I contemplated many jobs & recruiters for a while, and yet when Hayley contacted me about this position, I wasn’t worried at all. I got horrendously lost on the way to my interview and when I called her, she was so willing to help me and calm me down. I must have done something right though as I have now been working here for 10 months and I have never been happier. Working with Hayley was so easy, and she always got back to me as soon as she could. Finally, after years of looking for that right job, she found my me new home and I am forever grateful to her and Wild Dreams Recruitment! If you want to work with someone who is professional, speedy with their replies and always looking out for what’s best for you, choose her, you won’t regret it!