Live-in Front Office & F&B Lead — Luxury Lodge

Wild Dreams Hospitality; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in position with meals provided

5% provident fund (CTC)

Optional medical aid with 50% company‑

Junior management level within luxury

Job summary

Wild Dreams Hospitality in Limpopo, South Africa seeks a hands-on Junior Lodge Manager with a strong front office and F&B background in luxury lodges. You will run the property in the Resident Manager's absence and lead the team with confidence.

Key criteria include 5+ years in a similar role, solid front-of-house administration, F&B oversight, and knowledge of game reserve operations. Proficiency with NEBULA/OPERA and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a similar management role within a five-star lodge.
• Strong front office administration and F&B management experience.
• Able to manage lodge operations in the absence of the Resident Manager.
• Knowledge of game reserve operations.
• Experience with NEBULA and OPERA or similar PMS/POS systems.
• Proven staff management, training, cost control and financial skills.
• Matric is essential; hospitality degree or diploma preferred.
• RSA ID and valid driver's license (own vehicle recommended).
• Strong leadership with ability to train and motivate a team.
• Excellent English, well-spoken and presentable.
• Guest-centric with relationship-building across guests, staff and community.
• Creative, proactive, and able to stay composed under pressure.
• Attention to detail and deadline discipline.
• Available for face-to-face interviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage the lodge in the Resident Manager's absence.
• Support day-to-day running of the operation.
• Oversee front office, FO admin and F&B service.
• Plan and manage lodge operations in line with standards.
• Lead, train and motivate the team.
• Control costs and manage admin and financial processes.
• Drive the lodge's quality plan and implement standards.
• Deliver memorable, guest-centred experiences.
• Build relationships with guests, agents, neighbouring lodges and community.
• Collaborate with Head Office to support group goals.

Skills

Front Office Management

F&B Management

Staff Leadership

Cost Control

PMS/POS Systems

NEBULA/OPERA Knowledge

Guest Relations

Operations Oversight

Five-Star Lodge Experience

Team Training

Education

Hospitality Degree/Diploma

Matric

Tools

NEBULA

OPERA

Job description

Wild Dreams Hospitality in Limpopo, South Africa seeks a hands-on Junior Lodge Manager with a strong front office and F&B background in luxury lodges. You will run the property in the Resident Manager's absence and lead the team with confidence.

Key criteria include 5+ years in a similar role, solid front-of-house administration, F&B oversight, and knowledge of game reserve operations. Proficiency with NEBULA/OPERA and strong leadership are essential.