Work wellbeing
94%
Happiness
Good82%
Purpose
Good78%
Satisfaction
About the company
Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms in the Winelands, dating to 1692. Today it is one of South Africa's most celebrated hospitality destinations, a working farm estate with award-winning wines, two restaurants (Babel and Greenhouse), a spa, a farm shop, and luxury cottages. Known for its extraordinary farm garden and a philosophy of growing, cooking, and sharing.
babylonstoren.comIndustry
Wine Estate & Hotel
Company size
201–500 employees
Headquarters
Franschhoek Valley, Western Cape
Type
Private
Rating overview
4.7
3 reviews
Work-life balance
3.9
Culture & values
4.7
Management
4.4
Career growth
4.1
Compensation
3.8
Benefits
Estate accommodation available for some rolesStaff meals from farm kitchenWine allocationSeasonal produce from the gardenWorld-class environmentAnnual leave bonus
Reviews
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Anonymous·Restaurant HostCurrent employee
2025-11
Pros
Working among the farm garden and vineyards with mountain views is genuinely magical. Guests arrive full of joy. The food grown on the estate and served in Babe…
Cons
Remote location requires your own transport or estate accommodation. Peak season (December–February) is demanding.
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Elsa D.·Bakery ChefCurrent employee
2025-09
Pros
Baking with flour milled on the estate from heritage grains is extraordinary. The standard of baking at Babylonstoren is world-class. Management invests in the …
Cons
Early morning starts are non-negotiable in a bakery. The farm is remote from Cape Town social life.
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Common questions about Babylonstoren
Is Babylonstoren a good place to work?
Based on 3 employee reviews, Babylonstoren scores 4.7 out of 5 overall. This is above average for the hospitality sector.
What is the salary at Babylonstoren?
Employees at Babylonstoren have reported salaries including: Restaurant Host at R7 500/month + tips; Bakery Chef at R12 000/month.
Does Babylonstoren offer good benefits?
Babylonstoren offers the following benefits: Estate accommodation available for some roles, Staff meals from farm kitchen, Wine allocation, Seasonal produce from the garden, and 2 more.
How is the work culture at Babylonstoren?
Babylonstoren scores 4.7 out of 5 for culture and values, and 4.4 for management. Reviewers highlight the workplace culture positively.