General Manager

Zohorecruit; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a prestigious luxury lodge in Hoedspruit. This live-in role requires strong leadership, guest service excellence and hands-on operational management.

You will manage day-to-day operations, lead a diverse team, maintain luxury standards and oversee budgets while delivering exceptional guest experiences in a remote lodge setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as General Manager or senior lodge management in luxury hospitality.
• Proven leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent communication and guest-service orientation.
• Hands-on approach with attention to detail.
• Ability to motivate a diverse hospitality team.
• Strong financial, administrative and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote lodge environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day luxury lodge operations.
• Lead and motivate lodge team to high performance.
• Maintain exceptional guest service throughout the stay.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality luxury hospitality standards.
• Manage budgets, stock control and cost management.
• Oversee staff scheduling, training and performance.
• Build strong relationships with guests, suppliers and providers.
• Maintain lodge facilities and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

People management

Guest relations

Budget control

Staff scheduling

Quality service

Luxury hospitality

Job description

Full time | Kendrick Recruitment | South Africa

Posted On 2026/09/28

Job Information

Lodge Management

DOE

City Hoedspruit

State/Province Limpopo

1371

Job Description

General Manager | Luxury Lodge | Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and highly motivated General Manager to join a prestigious luxury lodge in Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga. This is an exciting live-in opportunity for a hospitality professional with strong leadership, operational and guest service experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the overall day-to-day operations of the luxury lodge.
  
• Lead, motivate and manage the lodge team, ensuring high levels of performance and professionalism.
  
• Maintain exceptional guest service standards throughout the guest journey.
  
• Ensure the lodge consistently delivers a high-quality luxury hospitality experience.
  
• Manage operational budgets, stock control and cost management.
  
• Oversee staff scheduling, training, development and performance.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with guests, suppliers and service providers.
  
• Ensure lodge facilities and standards are consistently maintained.
  
• Monitor and uphold health, safety and operational procedures.
  
• Assist with resolving guest queries and ensuring guest satisfaction.
  
• Drive operational efficiency while maintaining the lodge's luxury standards.
  

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a General Manager or senior lodge management position within a luxury hospitality environment.
  
• Strong operational and people-management skills.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  
• A hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail.
  
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse hospitality team.
  
• Strong financial, administrative and organisational skills.
  
• Excellent guest relations and service delivery abilities.
  
• A professional, confident and well-presented manner.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a remote lodge environment.
  
• A passion for luxury hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
  

Accommodation: Live-in