Receptionist

Kendrick Recruitment; Willowmore; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Lodge Anchor for a luxury private game reserve in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on guest reception, check-ins/outs, and coordinating with housekeeping, kitchen, and guiding teams to ensure seamless operations.

We seek a guest-focused hospitality professional with experience in luxury environments, excellent communication, and the ability to multitask under pressure. Live-in accommodations are provided for this on-site role in the Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury lodge or hospitality environment
• Strong guest relations and hosting skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Professional presentation and attention to detail
• Able to multitask and work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Welcome and host guests throughout their stay
• Manage check-ins, check-outs, and guest communication
• Coordinate with housekeeping, kitchen, and guiding teams for seamless operations
• Assist with reservations, administration, and daily reports
• Support food and beverage service when required
• Handle guest requests and special arrangements professionally
• Maintain high standards of presentation and service across all guest areas

Skills

Guest relations

Hosting skills

Communication

Multitasking under pressure

Professional presentation

Job description

FOH / Receptionist | Private Game Reserve | Eastern Cape

Kendrick Recruitment is looking for an experienced Lodge Anchor to join a luxury private game reserve in the Eastern Cape. We are seeking a hands-on, guest-focused hospitality professional who thrives in a dynamic lodge environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences from arrival to departure.

Salary: R12,000 – R15,000
Live-in Position
Location: Eastern Cape

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and host guests throughout their stay
• Manage check-ins, check-outs, and guest communication
• Coordinate with housekeeping, kitchen, and guiding teams to ensure seamless operations
• Assist with reservations, administration, and daily reports
• Support food and beverage service when required
• Handle guest requests and special arrangements with professionalism
• Maintain high standards of presentation and service across all guest areas

Requirements

• Previous experience in a luxury lodge or hospitality environment
• Strong guest relations and hosting skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Professional presentation and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
• Positive, hands-on approach and willingness to assist across departments

What We Are Looking For

A warm, energetic, and service-driven individual who enjoys being involved in all aspects of lodge operations and takes pride in creating memorable experiences for guests in a luxury safari environment.

Only candidates whose skills, experience, and career history closely match the requirements of the role will be considered.