Sparta Beef

07/09/2026

He has a passion for clients, quality and a good challenge – meet Luca van der Spuy!

What do you do at Sparta Beef?
I look after the commercial side of our export operations.

How long have your worked for Sparta Beef?
June 2024 - Almost 2 years. Long enough to know what I’m doing, but still learning something new every week.

What part of your job gets you out of bed in the morning?
The client side of the business. Every market is different, and every deal is a bit of a puzzle. Closing a deal and knowing product is moving because of something you put together is a good feeling.

What is your favourite work snack?
Biltong. It would be slightly concerning if I said anything else.

What is your favourite piece of Sparta Machinery?
The deboning hall as a whole. Seeing the scale and efficiency of how everything works together is impressive. It’s one thing to talk about capacity, but seeing it in action is something else.

What is your go-to beef cut for the perfect braai?
Ribeye. Good balance of flavour and fat. Even if you’re not a braai master, it still comes out great.

If you could eat one beef dish forever, what would it be?
A proper ribeye steak, medium rare, with simple sides. Sometimes the basics are the best when the quality is right.

Team burger or team steak – which side are you on and why?
Team Steak. It’s the purest way to enjoy the product, you really taste the quality of the meat without much hiding it. There’s nowhere to hide, it’s just you, the meat, and your braai skills.

What is one thing you would like people to know about the Sparta brand that they might not know?
The level of control we have over the full supply chain, from feedlot to final product. It allows us to maintain consistency and quality, which is especially important for export markets where reliability matters just as much as price

Welcome to Sparta Beef. At Sparta we take pride in the Beef we produce. Our quality beef products are sold nationally and internationally.

04/09/2026

Terwyl ons 60 jaar van Sparta Beef vier, bly ons op die toekoms gefokus, terwyl ons getrou bly aan die waardes wat ons tot hier gebring het: respek vir die land, sorg vir ons beeste en ’n verbintenis tot gehalte.

Kom stap saam met ons op hierdie reis en verkoop jou kalwers direk aan Sparta.

👉Word deel van die span: KalfKlub 2026

Welcome to Sparta Beef. At Sparta we take pride in the Beef we produce. Our quality beef products are sold nationally and internationally.

03/09/2026

This Heritage month, we celebrate 60 years of bringing South Africans together over something we all love: great beef and a good braai!

From our heritage to your braai, we’re proud to be part of the moments that bring people, family, friends and flavours together.

Here’s to six decades of passion, quality and being proudly South African!

60 years of heritage, one braai at a time.

02/09/2026

Stock up on Sparta Beef, available at leading retailers nationwide.

31/08/2026

Bubbly, warm, fuelled by coffee, and kept moving by her love of running – meet Adel Henderson!

What do you do at Sparta Beef?
I'm a Sales Executive responsible for our Western Cape route, looking after our customers and making sure they receive the quality and service Sparta is known for.

How long have you worked for Sparta Beef?
For as long as I can remember! It's been 19 years filled with memories, laughter, a few tears and so much love. Sparta has truly become part of my life.

What part of your job gets you out of bed in the morning?
Without a doubt, my amazing clients. I love building relationships and helping them succeed. And of course, there's also the excitement and adrenaline that comes with loading trucks and keeping everything moving every day!

What's your favourite work snack?
Definitely beef biltong sticks and Whispers chocolates – the perfect combination!

What's your favourite piece of Sparta machinery?
I'd have to say our skin packaging machine. It presents the meat so beautifully that you can almost taste it before it's even cooked.

What's your go-to beef cut for the perfect braai?
A Sparta rib-eye steak, every time. It's absolutely delicious, whether you enjoy it with a sauce or just as it is.

If you could eat one beef dish forever, what would it be?
I'm a big fan of hearty stews, so it would have to be a rich, flavourful Sparta oxtail pot.

Team Burger or Team Steak?
Team Steak! It's just so much more satisfying and always hits the spot.

What's one thing people may not know about the Sparta brand?
Sparta is so much more than a brand – it's a family. We bring people together, support each other through difficult times, and celebrate life's victories together. That's what makes Sparta truly special.

Welcome to Sparta Beef. At Sparta we take pride in the Beef we produce. Our quality beef products are sold nationally and internationally.

27/08/2026

THINK YOU MIGHT BE CUT OUT FOR THIS?

No applications will be accepted through Facebook, please send your CV to [email protected]. Closing date: 20 September 2026.

24/08/2026

With over two decades of Sparta history behind her, Thereza has become one of the familiar faces that keeps the Sparta family connected. Reliable, honest and full of character, she's the kind of person who keeps things real while always having a quick comeback ready.

What do you do at Sparta Beef?
I'm part of the Executive Sales team, working closely with our customers and helping keep the Sparta name strong in the market.

How long have you worked for Sparta Beef?
Officially, I've been with Sparta since 1 June 2006, but my journey actually started in 2003 as a contract worker. Over the years, I've worn many hats – starting on the switchboard, moving into sales, then invoicing, cash-ups and finally returning to sales, where I've happily stayed. It's been an incredible journey watching Sparta grow and being part of that story.

What part of your job gets you out of bed in the morning?
The people. I genuinely enjoy seeing my colleagues every day, and I truly love what I do.

What's your favourite work snack?
Taste testing, of course! Who could possibly resist that?

What's your favourite piece of Sparta machinery?
All of Sparta's machinery is modern and impressive. It's one of the reasons we can work so smartly and efficiently.

What's your go-to beef cut for the perfect braai?
Sparta’s Plankie Steak Collection. Simple, delicious, and always a winner.

If you could eat one beef dish forever, what would it be?
Definitely Sparta beef strips. I love a good stir-fry.

Team Burger or Team Steak?
Can I choose both? Burgers and steak are equally good in my books — especially when there's mushroom sauce involved!

What's one thing people may not know about the Sparta brand?
Many people know Sparta as "the butchery" but have no idea just how large our operation really is. They're often surprised to learn how many people work here and how much happens behind the scenes.
What also surprises many people is that this company is led by incredible women. I can proudly brag about the woman power I see every day and the exceptional management team that helps make Sparta what it is.

Welcome to Sparta Beef. At Sparta we take pride in the Beef we produce. Our quality beef products are sold nationally and internationally.

21/08/2026

At Sparta Beef, we understand farming because farming is where our story began.

For six decades, we've worked alongside producers to create value, build relationships, and produce exceptional beef.

Sell your calves to Sparta and become part of a winning team.
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