South Africa: Houskeeping Manager – Boutique Luxury Lodge – Greater Hoedspruit | Sl posted by Kendrick Recruitment

HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER VACANCY ALERT Luxury Safari Lodge | Greater Kruger Region Location: Greater Hoedspruit area, Limpopo Salary: R12,000 per month (negotiable) Accommodation: Live-in Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Housekeeping Manager to join a luxury lodge operation in the Greater Hoedspruit region. This on-site management role requires a hands-on professional with strong leadership capability, impeccable standards, and experience managing housekeeping in a lodge or remote safari environment. If you take pride in flawless presentation, smooth operations, and high guest satisfaction, this could be the ideal opportunity. Key Responsibilities Operational Oversight • Ensure all guest rooms, public areas, spa areas, laundry and BOH spaces meet strict cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation standards • Oversee cleaning schedules, checklists, daily allocations and task delegation • Conduct regular spot checks and room inspections to maintain lodge standards • Maintain organised, compliant housekeeping stores Staff Supervision & Development • Assist with staff recruitment, onboarding and ongoing training • Motivate, guide, and support the housekeeping team and supervisor • Contribute to performance evaluations and staff rostering • Maintain a professional, disciplined and service-driven team environment Inventory, Linen & Stock Control • Manage linen cycles, laundry quality and par stock levels • Conduct monthly stock takes for linen, amenities, and chemicals • Monitor usage and ensure cost control within departmental budget • Support supplier communication and procurement for linen/equipment Hygiene, Safety & Sustainability • Ensure compliance with all hygiene, PPE, MSDS and chemical-handling protocols • Complete housekeeping audits, hygiene reports and corrective action plans • Foster eco-friendly cleaning practices and waste-reduction initiatives Maintenance Coordination • Identify and report maintenance issues promptly • Track progress of repairs and escalate outstanding issues • Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance needs Guest Interaction & Support • Oversee VIP turndowns, honeymoon setups and special room requests • Assist with linen and housekeeping needs for lodge events and functions Minimum Requirements • Matric • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory housekeeping role • Lodge or remote environment experience highly advantageous • Strong organisational and leadership ability • Excellent attention to detail and guest-service mindset • Sound knowledge of hygiene practices, laundry operations and chemical use • Computer literate (Outlook, Word, stock/inventory systems) • Fluent in English; additional local languages beneficial • Valid driver’s licence • Ability to live on-site full time Core Competencies • High attention to detail • Strong people management and communication skills • Proactive problem-solver • Reliable, disciplined, and able to perform under pressure • Passion for hospitality and high standards TO APPLY: Send your CV, contactable references, and a recent head & shoulders photograph ASAP. Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.