General Manager — Luxury Safari Lodge (Remote)

HotelJobs; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment seeks an experienced General Manager for a prestigious luxury safari lodge in Thabazimbi, Limpopo. Lead day-to-day operations, manage a high-calibre team, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a remote lodge setting.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a hands-on approach to maintaining luxury standards across the property. Possess excellent guest relations and professional presentation to drive outstanding service.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Guest relations

Financial acumen

Staff development

Attention to detail

Professional presentation

Remote lodge experience

Job description

Kendrick Recruitment seeks an experienced General Manager for a prestigious luxury safari lodge in Thabazimbi, Limpopo. Lead day-to-day operations, manage a high-calibre team, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a remote lodge setting.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a hands-on approach to maintaining luxury standards across the property. Possess excellent guest relations and professional presentation to drive outstanding service.