Lodge Manager

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Lodge Manager for a luxury lodge located within the Kruger National Park
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This is a live-in role suited to a hands-on hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in a remote, high-end safari environment.

Role Overview

• Overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the lodge

• Ensuring exceptional guest service standards at all times

• Leading, training and motivating the lodge team

• Overseeing departmental operations including front of house, housekeeping, food and beverage, and guiding where applicable

• Managing budgets, stock control, procurement and cost management

• Maintaining lodge standards, maintenance coordination and health & safety compliance

• Acting as the primary point of contact for guests and handling guest feedback professionally

• Working closely with ownership and head office to achieve operational and service goals

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Lodge Manager or Senior Lodge Management role within a luxury safari lodge environment

• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills

• Excellent guest relations and problem-solving abilities

• Financial acumen and experience managing lodge budgets

• Ability to work under pressure in a remote setting

• High attention to detail and commitment to service excellence

Package

• Salary:
  Negotiable, dependent on experience

• Live-in position

• Opportunity to work in one of South Africa’s most iconic safari destinations

Candidates who meet the above requirements and are keen to apply are invited to submit their CV for consideration.