Senior Guide & FOH Couple

Kendrick Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury lodge recruiter seeks a Senior Guide & Front of House Couple to provide engaging guest experiences and ensure smooth operations in beautiful St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal. Responsibilities include conducting game drives, maintaining safety and lodge standards, and delivering exceptional host interactions. The ideal candidates will have prior guiding and hospitality experience with strong communication skills. Live-in arrangements are provided, with a monthly salary of R25,000 - R30,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven guiding experience in a lodge environment.
• Valid guiding qualification and driver's licence.
• Strong communication and guest engagement skills.
• Experience in Front of House role within hospitality.
• Confident hosting ability and basic F & B knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct guided game drives providing guests with an engaging experience.
• Ensure guest safety and adhere to lodge protocols.
• Deliver exceptional hosting and guest interaction.
• Oversee day‑to‑day Front of House duties.
• Coordinate with other lodge departments for operational efficiency.

Skills

Guiding experience

Strong communication

Guest engagement

Hosting ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Guiding qualification

Job description

Senior Guide & FOH Couple

Luxury Lodge St Lucia, KZN

Salary: R25,000 - R30,000 (Negotiable, DOE) Live-in

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Guide & Front of House Couple to join a luxury lodge situated in the St Lucia region of KwaZulu‑Natal. This role is ideal for a professional couple who are passionate about hospitality guest experience and delivering high standards in a lodge environment.

Key Responsibilities - Senior Guide

• Conduct guided game drives providing guests with an engaging and informative experience.
• Ensure guest safety at all times and adhere to lodge protocols.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks when required.
• Trails experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities - Front of House

• Deliver exceptional hosting and guest interaction.
• Oversee day‑to‑day Front of House duties ensuring smooth guest experiences.
• Provide support with check‑ins, check‑outs and general lodge administration.
• Assist with F & B service and maintain basic F & B standards.
• Coordinate with other lodge departments to ensure operational efficiency.

Requirements - Senior Guide

• Proven guiding experience in a lodge environment.
• A valid guiding qualification and driver’s licence.
• Strong communication and guest engagement skills.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance tasks.

Requirements - Front of House

• Experience in a Front of House role within hospitality.
• Confident hosting ability and strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic F & B knowledge.
• Professional, well‑presented and guest‑focused.

Suitable couples who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply.

Employment Type: Full Time

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 25,000 - 30,000