Jobs at Intrepid Travel

The world needs more Intrepid people: 

• Do you dream of inspiring travellers and helping them fall in love with a destination through real, memorable experiences – including unforgettable meals? As an Overland Cook with Intrepid, you’ll be a vital part of our crew, helping bring each journey to life with flavour, passion, and purpose. 

Every day will be different, but every day you will:  

• Take ownership of all hot meals and food preparation on tour, creating delicious, nourishing meals for our travellers that cater to a variety of dietary needs. 
• Be responsible for budget and menu planning, hygiene and cleanliness, and managing equipment and camping materials. 
• Partner with our Tour Leaders to elevate the group experience through warm hospitality and great food, helping to create a sense of connection and community around each meal. 
• Be an ambassador for Intrepid’s responsible travel values – we’re proud to work with local cooks, leaders, and suppliers to ensure our impact on communities is a positive one. 

To be considered you must have:  

• A valid passport with at least six months’ validity and police clearance. 
• Full rights to work in the region. 
• Experience in preparing, seasoning, and cooking a variety of food, with a solid understanding of sanitation guidelines. 
• The ability to assess and meet dietary requirements of customers. 
• Physical readiness – you’ll need to be able to reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 20kg and work standing up for long periods (up to 9 hours). 
• Chef certification is preferred but not essential – it’s your skill, attitude, and passion that matter most! 
• Excellent communication skills in English and ideally one other local language. 
• A strong service mindset and positive attitude – you’ll need to work closely with customers, crew and local communities. 

Application Close Date:  1st May 2025

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The world needs more Intrepid people: 

• Do you dream of inspiring travellers and helping them fall in love with their destination by immersing them in your local culture and exposing them to real life experiences? Being a Tour Leader with Intrepid, you will do just that!  

Every day will be different, but every day you will:  

• Provide amazing customer service and travel advice – whether it's guiding a morning market exploration, organizing a hands-on craft workshop or arranging a home-cooked meal with a local family, you’ll create unforgettable moments that our travellers will never forget  
• Ensure the safety and well-being of your travellers, at times you will have to assist in difficult situations whilst remaining calm and professional. A traveller may lose their passport, need medical attention, or there may be a clash of personalities and you will be the first point of call  
• Host, lead and execute tours to budget, following the itinerary and fulfil your administrative duties  
• Be passionate about travel and share your love of it with our customers.  

To be considered you must have:  

• Recognised tour guiding qualifications relevant to the region. 
• Excellent communication skills in English, with proficiency in at least one other local language—additional languages are a plus! 
• Strong customer service skills, with experience in building rapport with a diverse range of travellers. 
• Extensive travel experience across Southern Africa and a passion for sharing your region’s culture, history, and landscapes. 
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in email, Word, and Excel. 

What you need to know:  

• We are recruiting for Crew this April and training commences in May 2025. 
• This is a freelance contract position, which will give you flexibility in when and how you work however, great availability across peak seasons (June-October) is a must-have  
• You will need a valid first-aid certificate prior to starting with us 
• With extended hours, lots of walking and activities, and engaging with travellers, so, it’s important that you are prepared both mentally and physically for the challenge!  
• You’ll need the ability to travel and spend time away from home, as our leaders often travel for extensive periods at a time and some tours can span up to four weeks.  
• You will be running tours through Southern Africa & beyond,