Mellisha Scholtz

Oversee daily office operations and ensure a well-organized work environment.
Manage office supplies, equipment, and maintenance needs.
Coordinate administrative tasks such as filing, scheduling, and communication.
Assist with budgeting and expense tracking office-related costs.
Liaise with external vendors and service providers.
Stock & Inventory Management:
Monitor inventory levels and ensure accurate stock records.
Order, receive, and organize stock efficiently to prevent shortages or overstocking.
Implement inventory control procedures to minimize loss and waste.
Conduct regular stock audits and generate inventory reports.
Coordinate with suppliers and logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries.

Managed all aspects of the daily lodge and operations, ensuring smooth functionality.

• weekly work schedules in collaboration with the farm owner outside of hunting season.

• Organized and guided all hunting activities, including game drives and night drives.

• Supervised staff during events and ensured high standards of hospitality.

• Managed bar duties and ensured excellent service for clients.

• Inspected all accommodations before client arrivals, maintaining top-quality standards.

• Oversaw the documentation and indemnities for all hunting activities.

• Maintained and monitored electric fences, drinking pits, and farm infrastructure.

• Handled the offloading and care of purchased game for farm operations.

• Monitored and maintained stock levels for lodge and farm necessities.

• Fed and cared for animals during winter months, ensuring their well-being.

• Oversaw and executed general farm duties, ensuring operational efficiency.

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all farming activities, including planting, irrigation, fertilization, and harvesting.

• Ensure optimal crop yields by implementing best agricultural practices and monitoring soil and plant health.

• Supervise farm workers and assign daily tasks to ensure smooth farm operations.

• Post-Harvest and Packing Facility Management:

• Oversee sorting, grading, packing, and storage of harvested produce to maintain quality standards.

• Ensure all packaging and labeling comply with food safety regulations and customer requirements.

• Maintain an efficient workflow in the packing facility, minimizing waste and optimizing productivity.

• Quality Control & Compliance:

• Implement quality assurance protocols to ensure only top-grade produce is packed and shipped.

• Monitor and enforce food safety regulations, including hygiene and sanitation protocols.

• Maintain detailed records of post-harvest handling processes, ensuring traceability and compliance.

• Equipment & Facility Maintenance:

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of farm machinery, irrigation systems, and packing equipment.

• Ensure all equipment is operational, safe, and up to industry standards.

• Implement preventative maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and repair costs.

• Logistics & Inventory Management:

• Manage inventory of packaging materials, supplies, and harvested produce.

• Coordinate transportation and delivery schedules with buyers and distributors.

• Ensure efficient storage and minimize post-harvest losses.

• Leadership & Team Management:

• Train and supervise farm workers, packing staff, and equipment operators.

• Foster a productive and safe work environment, ensuring compliance with labor laws.

• Monitor employee performance and provide necessary coaching or training.