Management Couple

Wild Dreams Hospitality; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known safari lodge in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Management Couple to oversee daily operations and ensure high guest satisfaction. Candidates should have proven lodge management experience, with expertise in financial management and food & beverage operations. The role requires strong organisational skills and the ability to lead multiple departments effectively, along with a hands-on approach to problem-solving. This is a live-in position, ideal for those comfortable in a remote bush environment.

Qualifications

• Proven lodge management experience, ideally within a safari lodge or remote operation.
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive approach.
• Solid understanding of F&B operations and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall lodge operations and daily activities.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, and cost control.
• Ensure high guest satisfaction and maintain operational standards.

Skills

Lodge management experience

Organisational skills

Financial controls

Problem-solving skills

Team leadership

Job description

This safari lodge is situated within the Greater Kruger region and is seeking an experienced Management Couple to take full responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the property. This is an urgent appointment, ideally suited to hands‑on, organised individuals with a strong operational background in safari lodges.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Overall lodge management and daily operations
• Reservations management and guest liaison
• Food & Beverage oversight, including service standards and stock control
• Financial management, budgeting, reporting, and cost control
• Safari operations coordination and guide liaison
• Housekeeping management and quality control
• Maintenance oversight and coordination of repairs and contractors
• Staff supervision, scheduling, and general team leadership
• Ensuring high guest satisfaction and operational standards at all times

Core Criteria

• Proven lodge management experience, ideally within a safari lodge or remote operation
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Solid understanding of F&B operations and financial controls
• Ability to manage multiple departments simultaneously
• Hands‑on, proactive approach with excellent problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable working in a remote bush environment

This is a live‑in position.