Restaurant Manager | Boutique Game Lodge Waterberg Limpopo

HospitalityandOutdoor; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Single accommodation

Job summary

HospitalityandOutdoor is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager for a private boutique game lodge in the Waterberg, Limpopo. You will oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring outstanding service while driving guest satisfaction in a luxury lodge setting.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays. Single accommodation is provided as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of restaurant management experience in hospitality or lodge environments.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Single accommodation provided or included with the role.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily restaurant operations and service delivery.
• Lead, train, supervise, and motivate restaurant staff.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee opening and closing procedures.
• Monitor food and beverage quality standards and service consistency.
• Handle guest feedback, complaints, and special requests professionally.
• Manage stock control, ordering and inventory levels.
• Assist with budgeting, cost control and revenue targets.
• Maintain health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Coordinate with kitchen and lodge management teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Restaurant management

Staff leadership

Guest service

Budgeting

Inventory control

Job description

Restaurant Manager – Private Boutique Game Lodge – Waterberg, Limpopo

A unique opportunity is available for an experienced Restaurant Manager to join a prestigious private boutique game lodge situated in the scenic Waterberg region of Limpopo. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food and beverage service. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring outstanding customer service, managing staff performance, and maintaining operational efficiency.

Working within a luxury lodge environment requires a hands‑on approach, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a guest‑focused setting. The Restaurant Manager will work closely with the lodge management team to enhance service standards, drive guest satisfaction, and ensure smooth restaurant operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to grow their hospitality career in a beautiful bushveld setting while enjoying the added benefit of single accommodation.

Job Requirements & Description

• Manage daily restaurant operations and service delivery.
• Lead, train, supervise, and motivate restaurant staff.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee restaurant opening and closing procedures.
• Monitor food and beverage quality standards.
• Handle guest feedback, complaints, and special requests professionally.
• Manage stock control, ordering, and inventory levels.
• Assist with budgeting, cost control, and revenue targets.
• Maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Coordinate with kitchen and lodge management teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Previous restaurant management experience within hospitality or lodge environments preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Well‑organised with excellent problem‑solving abilities.

Package

Salary: R15,000 – R20,000 per month

Housing: Single Accommodation

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type

Full time