Behind The Buck & Lion Restaurant and Lion’s Guesthouse are Cornel and Els Botha, a passionate team dedicated to creating a welcoming experience for every guest.
Since taking over Lion’s Guesthouse in 2009, Cornel and Els have continued to build on the strong foundation of the business, while adding their own personal touch through hospitality, great food, and attention to detail.
With Cornel’s South African roots and Els’s passion for creating memorable experiences, they bring together a love for people, quality service, and a warm atmosphere that makes every guest feel at home.
Their dedication and commitment are at the heart of Lion’s Guesthouse and The Buck & Lion Restaurant, where every visitor is welcomed like family.
Suzie plays an important role in the daily operations of Lion’s Guesthouse and The Buck & Lion Restaurant, helping ensure that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
With her strong organisational skills and dedication, Suzie manages the daily operations, coordinates the team, and helps maintain the high standards that are important to our business.
Her commitment, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail make her an important part of the team and contribute to the continued success of Lion’s Guesthouse and The Buck & Lion Restaurant.
We are proud to have Suzie as part of The Lion’s family and appreciate the dedication she brings every day.
Silvia and Lisa are valued members of The Lion’s team, helping create the warm and welcoming experience our guests enjoy.
With their dedication, care, and attention to detail, they support the daily operations, assist the team, and help ensure that every guest receives friendly service and feels truly welcomed during their visit.
Their commitment to maintaining high standards, creating a positive atmosphere, and going the extra mile plays an important role in making every experience at Lion’s Guesthouse and The Buck & Lion Restaurant memorable.
We are proud to have Silvia and Lisa as part of The Lion’s family and appreciate the passion and dedication they bring every day.
Our kitchen is the heart of The Buck & Lion, where every dish is prepared with care, consistency, and pride. Behind the scenes, our dedicated team works together to ensure every meal meets our high standards and leaves our guests satisfied.
Solly, Abel, Grace, Lucy, and Mavis form our hardworking kitchen team. Each member brings skill, passion, and attention to detail to the kitchen, helping to create the delicious food our guests enjoy every day. From preparation to plating, they play a vital role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly and maintaining the quality we’re known for.
We are genuinely proud and grateful to have them as part of the Lion’s family, and we appreciate all they do every day.
Our front of house team is the welcoming face of The Buck & Lion, creating the first impression and ensuring every guest feels comfortable, valued, and at home from the moment they arrive.
Mjita, Penny and Tumi are our dedicated waiters who bring energy, friendliness, and professionalism to every shift. They take pride in delivering attentive service with a smile, making sure each guest enjoys a smooth and memorable dining experience. From taking orders to ensuring every table is well looked after, they play an important role in creating the warm atmosphere we are known for.
We are genuinely proud and grateful to have them as part of the Lion’s family, and we truly appreciate the heart, care, and commitment they bring to the team every day.
Behind the scenes at The Buck & Lion, our housekeeping and maintenance team plays a vital role in keeping everything clean, comfortable, and well cared for, ensuring our guests always enjoy a pleasant and welcoming environment.
Sabina, Stacy, and Bongani make up this dedicated team. Sabina and Stacy take great pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and attention to detail in our rooms and guest areas, while Bongani ensures our gardens and general maintenance are always neat, tidy, and well looked after. Together, they help create a space that feels fresh, cared for, and inviting every day.
We are genuinely proud and grateful to have them as part of the Lion’s family, and we truly appreciate the hard work, care, and dedication they bring to the team every day.
