Luxury Lodge GM | Live-in, Meals & Housing

HospitalityandOutdoor; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 558,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals

Uniform

Job summary

HospitalityandOutdoor in Waterberg, Limpopo, seeks an experienced General Manager for a luxury lodge. Role is full-time, live-in, with a competitive monthly package of R50-60,000 depending on experience. Starting December 2026.

You will lead a high-performing team across Front Office, F&B, Maintenance, Finance and HR, ensure exceptional service, manage costs, host guests, and represent the property professionally in a 24-hour operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ Lodge Management experience or 2–3 years’ General Management experience within a luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong financial acumen and excellent command of the English language.
• Proven track record with contactable references.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Front Office, F&B, Maintenance, Finance, HR, and daily Operations.
• Guest-focused with a passion for exceptional service and memorable guest experiences.
• Able to host guests and represent the property professionally.
• Able to work accurately under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to the demands of a 24-hour hospitality operation.
• Able to manage operational costs and implement effective cost-control measures.
• Capable of motivating, mentoring, and leading a high-performing team while maintaining exceptional operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team across lodge departments to deliver world-class guest experiences.
• Oversee all lodge operations and ensure high standards of service and hospitality.
• Represent the property professionally to guests and stakeholders.
• Monitor finances, budgets, and cost-control measures for profitability.
• Maintain a safe, efficient, and guest-focused operation in a 24-hour setting.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Guest service

Operations management

Communication

Team mentoring

Cost control

Hospitality industry knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Hospitality/Management degree

Job description

HospitalityandOutdoor in Waterberg, Limpopo, seeks an experienced General Manager for a luxury lodge. Role is full-time, live-in, with a competitive monthly package of R50-60,000 depending on experience. Starting December 2026.

You will lead a high-performing team across Front Office, F&B, Maintenance, Finance and HR, ensure exceptional service, manage costs, host guests, and represent the property professionally in a 24-hour operation.