Namibia Luxury Lodge: Assistant GM & Operations Leader

HotelJobs; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable salary

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment seeks an experienced Assistant General Manager for a conservation-focused luxury hospitality operation in Namibia. You will work with the General Manager to oversee daily lodge operations, drive guest experiences, and ensure financial discipline while upholding sustainability values.

The role requires proven leadership in luxury hospitality, the ability to manage multiple departments, and a hands-on, detail-oriented approach in a remote environment with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Seasoned senior hospitality manager with luxury lodge or remote operation experience.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, costs and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Manager with overall management and strategic direction of the property.
• Oversee daily hospitality operations, ensuring service excellence.
• Coordinate and support all departments (FOH, housekeeping, F&B, kitchen, maintenance).
• Lead, motivate and develop management teams and operational staff.
• Ensure guest experiences reflect the company’s luxury offering and sustainability values.
• Monitor operational performance, budgets and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Operations management

Guest experience

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Multicultural teams

Job description

Kendrick Recruitment seeks an experienced Assistant General Manager for a conservation-focused luxury hospitality operation in Namibia. You will work with the General Manager to oversee daily lodge operations, drive guest experiences, and ensure financial discipline while upholding sustainability values.

The role requires proven leadership in luxury hospitality, the ability to manage multiple departments, and a hands-on, detail-oriented approach in a remote environment with diverse teams.