General Manager - Luxury Lodge - Thabazimbi | Lb

HotelJobs; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced General Manager for a prestigious luxury safari lodge in Thabazimbi, Limpopo. This leadership role requires steering day-to-day operations and upholding ultra-high hospitality standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Candidate should have a proven track record in luxury hospitality, strong financial acumen, and the ability to lead a diverse remote team in a high-end setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior management role within luxury hospitality.
• Strong leadership and operational capabilities.
• Excellent guest relations and communication skills.
• Sound financial and administrative understanding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall day-to-day operations of the lodge.
• Lead and motivate the lodge team to deliver exceptional standards of service.
• Ensure an outstanding and personalised guest experience.
• Maintain high operational, hospitality and service standards across the property.
• Oversee staff performance, training and development.
• Manage operational budgets and contribute to financial performance.
• Build and maintain relationships with guests, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Ensure the property is consistently maintained to luxury standards.
• Drive a positive team culture and lead by example.

Skills

Senior management

Leadership

Guest relations

Financial management

Operations oversight

Job description

General Manager | Luxury Safari Lodge | Thabazimbi

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager on behalf of a prestigious luxury safari lodge in Thabazimbi, Limpopo.

Position: General Manager
Location: Thabazimbi, Limpopo
Property Type: Luxury Safari Lodge
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall day-to-day operations of the lodge
• Lead and motivate the lodge team to deliver exceptional standards of service
• Ensure an outstanding and personalised guest experience
• Maintain high operational, hospitality and service standards across the property
• Oversee staff performance, training and development
• Manage operational budgets and contribute to the lodge's financial performance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with guests, suppliers and stakeholders
• Ensure the property is consistently maintained to luxury standards
• Drive a positive team culture and lead by example

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior management role within a luxury lodge or hospitality environment
• Strong operational and leadership capabilities
• Excellent guest relations and communication skills
• Sound financial and administrative understanding
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop a diverse team
• Strong attention to detail and a hands‑on approach
• Professional; confident and well-presented manner
• Passion for luxury hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences
• The ability to work effectively in a remote lodge environment