Hazyview: Management Couple posted by Kendrick Recruitment

A luxury safari lodge in Kruger National Park is seeking an experienced Management Couple for a temporary 2-month contract to oversee lodge operations. The successful candidates will ensure high standards of guest experience, team management, and operational efficiency during the contract period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of lodge operations, ensuring smooth and efficient daily functioning.

• Maintain and enhance high standards of guest service and hospitality.

• Lead, develop, and motivate the lodge team to ensure peak performance.

• Oversee financial management, including budgeting, reconciliations, and reporting.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, HR, and operational policies.

• Manage staff recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and leave cycles.

• Develop and implement operational procedures to optimise efficiency and service delivery.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with guests, suppliers, owners, and the surrounding community.

• Take overall responsibility for the property in the absence of the owners.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in management within a luxury safari lodge or hospitality environment.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

• Experience in financial management, operations, and staff development.

• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.

• Professional, reliable, and trustworthy with a guest-focused approach.

• Live-in availability is required for the full contract period.