Camp Manager

Kendrick Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Camp Manager for a luxury safari lodge in the Timbavati region. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key responsibilities include overseeing camp operations, maintaining luxury service standards, and leading a dedicated lodge team in a remote setting. Experience in a higher-end safari environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Camp Manager or senior lodge management in a luxury safari environment.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Excellent guest relations and problem-solving abilities.
• Sound financial and operational management experience.
• Hands-on approach for remote lodge environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the camp, ensuring smooth and efficient running.
• Maintain exceptional standards of guest service and hospitality.
• Lead, motivate and manage the lodge team.
• Oversee front-of-house operations, housekeeping and general camp standards.
• Manage budgets, stock control and operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and company standards.
• Handle guest feedback and resolve any concerns professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Guest relations

Communication

Problem solving

Operational management

Job description

Full time | Kendrick Recruitment | South Africa

Job Information

Lodge Front of House

DOE

City Timbavati, MPL

State/Province Mpumalanga

0000

Job Description

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Camp Manager for a luxury safari lodge in the Timbavati region. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the camp, ensuring smooth and efficient running.

Maintain exceptional standards of guest service and hospitality.

Lead, motivate and manage the lodge team.

Oversee front-of-house operations, housekeeping and general camp standards.

Manage budgets, stock control and operational costs.

Ensure compliance with health, safety and company standards.

Handle guest feedback and resolve any concerns professionally.

Requirements

Previous experience in a Camp Manager or senior lodge management role within a luxury safari environment.

Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.

Excellent guest relations and problem-solving abilities.

Sound financial and operational management experience.

A hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a remote lodge environment.

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

Benefits: Live-in accommodation