Assistant Lodge Manager - Hoedspruit, Limpopo

HotelJobs; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Meals on duty

Pension fund

Staff lodge nights

21 days on / 7 days off

Job summary

HotelJobs is seeking an experienced Assistant Lodge Manager to join a prestigious 5-star safari lodge in Hoedspruit, Limpopo. In this role you will support the Lodge Manager, oversee Front of House, housekeeping and maintenance, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a Big 5 reserve environment.

You will lead operational teams, manage budgets, forecasts and cost control, and uphold world-class hospitality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Manager in a 5-star safari Lodge environment.
• Strong leadership ability with experience managing Front of House, Housekeeping, and Maintenance teams.
• Proven experience in Hospitality operations, guest service, and team development.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in staff training, HR processes, and performance management.
• Knowledge of lodge maintenance and infrastructure management.
• Valid driver's licence and ability to work in a remote Outdoor environment.
• High attention to detail and passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ability to maintain luxury service standards within a high-end Lodge operation.

Skills

Leadership

Front of House

Housekeeping

Maintenance

Guest service

Team development

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost control

Communication

HR processes

Performance management

Job description

Hospitality and Outdoor - New Vacancy - Assistant Lodge Manager Hoedspruit; Limpopo

Introduction

Are you an experienced Manager looking to grow your career within a luxury Lodge environment? An exclusive opportunity is available for an Assistant Lodge Manager to join a prestigious 5-star safari lodge in Hoedspruit; Limpopo . This exciting Hospitality role within the premium Outdoor sector is ideal for a passionate and detail-oriented professional with strong leadership and operational expertise. The successful Manager will support the Lodge Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining world-class Hospitality standards. Working within a Big 5 reserve environment, you will engage with international guests, lead operational teams, and contribute to delivering unforgettable safari experiences. This position is perfect for a driven Manager seeking career growth within a luxury Lodge operation while embracing the unique lifestyle that the Outdoor industry offers.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Manager in a 5-star safari Lodge environment.
• Strong leadership ability with experience managing Front of House, Housekeeping, and Maintenance teams.
• Proven experience in Hospitality operations, guest service, and team development.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in staff training, HR processes, and performance management.
• Knowledge of lodge maintenance and infrastructure management.
• Valid driver's licence and ability to work in a remote Outdoor environment.
• High attention to detail and passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ability to maintain luxury service standards within a high-end Lodge operation.

Package

• Market-related salary (dependent on experience)
• Live-in accommodation
• Meals on duty
• Pension fund
• Staff lodge nights
• Work cycle: 21 days on / 7 days off
• Annual leave: 15 days
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within the Hospitality industry

Start Date: To Be Confirmed