Job Description
Back of House Anchor Luxury Safari Lodge (Kruger National Park)
Salary: R20,000 (Depending on Experience) | Live-In Position
Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a Back of House Anchor for a luxury safari lodge located in the iconic Kruger National Park. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with a strong financial and administrative background in the hospitality industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Finance & Administration:
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Manage the lodges financial, reception, and administrative office
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Process and verify all supplier invoices
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Summarize weekly expenditures and conduct finance meetings related to budget planning
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Assist with supplier queries and once-off payments
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Analyze actual vs. budget YTD figures, investigate ledger variances, and prepare accurate forecast reports
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Manage petty cash and foreign exchange floats, ensuring correct allocation and accurate recordkeeping
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Ensure all revenue is correctly recorded and collected
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Complete revenue and occupancy spreadsheets
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Prepare and submit financial and operational reports
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Coordinate CAPEX requests and ensure compliance with internal procedures
Reception & Guest Services Support:
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Oversee the reception team and back-office operations including switchboard, radio communication, and daily admin
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Liaise with head office regarding guest details and queries
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Accurately communicate guest info to relevant lodge departments
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Maintain and manage reception systems, including Property Management Systems (PMS) and daily banking
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Monitor and follow up on maintenance issues reported through reception
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Distribute permits and stamps where necessary
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Support the General Manager and manage lodge IT systems
General Administrative & Support Functions:
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Assist with First Aid administrative duties
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Oversee staff uniform management
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Provide ad-hoc support to the people team and community development projects
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Participate in wellness and sustainability (One Planet) initiatives
Skills & Experience Required:
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Previous experience in a similar hospitality-based role
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Financial qualification required
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Experience with Springer Miller or other PMS systems is advantageous
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Strong administration and organizational skills
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Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word
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Excellent communication, telephone, and email etiquette
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Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
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Proactive approach with strong decision-making capabilities
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Reliable, discreet, and honest
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High attention to detail and strong accountability
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Interest in development and training of staff
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Passion for hospitality, wellness, and sustainability
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First Aid certification (training provided if needed)
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Must have a valid working visa or be a South African citizen
This is a rewarding opportunity for a skilled administrator with financial acumen who is passionate about the safari lodge industry. If this sounds like the next step in your career, send your CV to Kendrick Recruitment today to apply.
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