FOH Manager

Kendrick Recruitment; uMhlathuze Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 152,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Food allowance

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced FOH Manager for a private game lodge in Northern KwaZulu-Natal. This live-in role requires overseeing front-of-house operations and stepping in as lodge manager during GM leave cycles.

The position offers a monthly salary of R15,000 with accommodation and a food allowance; accommodation is provided on-site. The role suits professionals with luxury lodge background and comfort working in a remote bush environment with staff leadership

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a FOH Manager or Duty Manager within a 4- or 5-star lodge.
• Proven experience in luxury lodge hosting and guest relations.
• Strong operational knowledge across front of house, food and beverage, housekeeping and guest services.
• Experience in stock control, ordering and general administration.
• Computer literacy and strong organisational skills.
• A valid driver's licence.
• Excellent leadership and staff management abilities.
• A trustworthy, responsible individual capable of relieving the General Manager and taking full operational responsibility during leave cycles.
• A warm, professional and guest-focused approach.
• The ability to work comfortably in a remote, live-in bush environment.
• A stable employment history with contactable references.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lodge operations and ensure smooth running of all departments during shifts.
• Manage guest arrivals, departures, hosting, reservations and billing.
• Supervise staff across front of house, food and beverage, housekeeping and other operational departments.
• Maintain high standards of guest service and overall lodge presentation.
• Manage stock control, ordering and general administrative duties.
• Support effective communication and coordination between departments.
• Assume full operational responsibility when relieving the General Manager during leave cycles.
• Candidates do not need to own a vehicle, provided they can arrange reliable transport to and from the reserve.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on hospitality professional looking to take on broader management responsibilities within a private game lodge environment.

Skills

FOH management

Guest relations

Leadership

Stock control

Computer literacy

Organisational skills

Driver's licence

Job description

FOH Manager (with Relief Lodge Manager Duties) – Northern KwaZulu-Natal

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and motivated FOH Manager for a private game lodge in Northern KwaZulu-Natal. This live-in opportunity is ideal for a professional with a strong luxury lodge background who can oversee front-of-house operations and confidently assume additional lodge management responsibilities during the General Manager's leave cycles.

Salary: R15,000 per month, inclusive of accommodation (negotiable DOE)Food allowance: R1,500 per monthAccommodation: Provided on-site

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years' experience as a FOH Manager or Duty Manager within a 4- or 5-star lodge is essential.

Proven experience in luxury lodge hosting and guest relations.

Strong operational knowledge across front of house, food and beverage, housekeeping and guest services.

Experience in stock control, ordering and general administration.

Computer literacy and strong organisational skills.

A valid driver's licence is essential.

Excellent leadership and staff management abilities.

A trustworthy, responsible individual capable of relieving the General Manager and taking full operational responsibility during leave cycles.

A warm, professional and guest-focused approach.

The ability to work comfortably in a remote, live-in bush environment.

A stable employment history with contactable references.

Key responsibilities

Oversee daily lodge operations and ensure smooth running of all departments during shifts.

Manage guest arrivals, departures, hosting, reservations and billing.

Supervise staff across front of house, food and beverage, housekeeping and other operational departments.

Maintain high standards of guest service and overall lodge presentation.

Manage stock control, ordering and general administrative duties.

Support effective communication and coordination between departments.

Assume full operational responsibility when relieving the General Manager during leave cycles.

Candidates do not need to own a vehicle, provided they can arrange reliable transport to and from the reserve.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on hospitality professional looking to take on broader management responsibilities within a private game lodge environment.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs for consideration.