Assistant / Lodge Management Couple

Kendrick Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in position

Growth opportunities within luxury集团

World-class Big 5 wilderness location

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking either an experienced Assistant Lodge Manager or a Lodge Management Couple for a luxury game lodge in Welgevonden. The role emphasizes guest experience, staff leadership, and meticulous operations in a world-class Big 5 environment.

The successful candidate or couple will oversee day-to-day lodge operations, guest services, staff development, and property maintenance while upholding the highest hospitality standards in a remote lodge setting.

Qualifications

• FGASA Trails Guide qualification advantageous.
• Previous Big 5 guiding experience essential.
• Strong maintenance and general property management experience.
• Excellent guest interaction and hosting abilities.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Valid PDP and relevant guiding qualifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day management and operation of the lodge.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain luxury service standards.
• Support staff management, training and performance development.
• Assist with lodge administration, stock control and financial procedures.
• Oversee housekeeping and operational standards.
• Support maintenance programmes and general property upkeep.
• Manage guest relations and ensure personalised service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and conservation standards.
• Assist with guiding activities where applicable.

Skills

FGASA Trails Guide

Big 5 guiding experience

Staff management

Guest interaction

Leadership

Organisational skills

Guiding qualifications

Job description

Assistant Lodge Manager / Lodge Management Couple | Luxury Game Lodge | Welgevonden

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking either an experienced Assistant Lodge Manager or a Lodge Management Couple for a luxury game lodge situated in the Welgevonden area.

This is an exceptional opportunity for hospitality professionals with a passion for luxury lodges, wildlife and guest service. The successful candidate or couple will play a key role in supporting lodge operations, guest experiences, staff management and property maintenance while ensuring the highest standards of hospitality are maintained.

Package

• Salary negotiable depending on experience
• Live-in position
• Opportunity to grow within an established luxury hospitality group
• Work within a world-class Big 5 wilderness destination

Location: Welgevonden

Property Type: Luxury Game Lodge

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day management and operation of the lodge
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and maintain luxury service standards
• Support staff management, training and performance development
• Assist with lodge administration, stock control and financial procedures
• Oversee housekeeping and operational standards
• Support maintenance programmes and general property upkeep
• Manage guest relations and ensure personalised service delivery
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and conservation standards
• Assist with guiding activities where applicable

Preferred Requirements – Guide / Maintenance Focus

• FGASA Trails Guide qualification advantageous
• Previous Big 5 guiding experience essential
• Strong maintenance and general property management experience
• Excellent guest interaction and hosting abilities
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Valid PDP and relevant guiding qualifications advantageous

Preferred Requirements – Hospitality Operations Focus

• Previous luxury lodge experience
• Strong front-of-house and guest relations skills
• Experience in finance, administration and stock control
• Housekeeping management experience
• Chef qualification or kitchen management experience advantageous
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to service excellence

Ideal Candidate / Couple

• Passionate about luxury hospitality and wildlife
• Professional, hands-on and guest-focused
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Comfortable working in a remote lodge environment
• Committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences