South Africa: Lodge Management Couple posted by Career Pathfinders

Lodge Management Couple World Class 5-star exclusive Game Lodge in the Welgevonden Big 5 Game Reserve The lodge is expanding from 10 beds to 20 beds. We need an enthusiastic Management Couple to support this project over the next few years while continuing the ordinary business operations of the Lodge. They must, as individuals, ideally have 5 years of experience working in a Luxury 5 Star Game Lodge and interacting with international guests. Depending on their skill set, they must be flexible and willing to participate in the daily activities of a small establishment, including Guiding, Food and Beverage, Hosting, Admin, Housekeeping, and Maintenance. Skills required: Candidates should ideally be between the ages of 25 and 35 and have a passion for the hospitality industry and nature guiding! He: Must be qualified as a Nature Guide and have current Trails Guide Qualifications. Backup or Leads will be a strong motivation. Experience in maintenance and construction, as well as building and project management, will be advantageous. She: Must have experience in general lodge administration, help with Food, Beverage, Hosting, and Housekeeping would also be required. Qualifications as a chef will be an ideal extra advantage, or you could also be a Nature Guide but the key responsibility will be the Administration at the lodge. The package offered is as follows: Monthly gross remuneration of approximately R15,000 – R40,000.00 per person negotiable depending on qualifications & experience. The final salary will be based on the candidate’s current salary, but negotiable based on experience. Meals: Food allowance (offered over and above the salary. R1 500 per person per month. Uniform: Provided by the company Laundry and room cleaning: This will be done by lodge staff. Gratuities – Would receive tips mostly directly to guides or shares in the tips pool for the day or by guests on the property. The work cycle is: 6 weeks on duty and two weeks off. We are incorporating the annual leave in this cycle. The accommodation is a furnished manager’s house with a loft, lounge, and bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. The Open-plan Kitchenette has a fridge, 4 plate stoves, and an oven. Wi-Fi and DSTV streaming are included. Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.