Job Description
?F&B VACANCY ALERT?
? Position: Food & Beverage Manager (Lodge)
? Location: Greater Hoedspruit, Limpopo
? Property Type: Busy 5 Luxury Game Lodge
? Role Overview
A prestigious 5 luxury lodge in the Greater Hoedspruit area, is seeking a passionate and lodge-experienced Food & Beverage Manager to lead its culinary and guest service operations. This hands-on leadership role requires a creative food & wine professional who thrives on guest delight, staff development, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in fine dining or luxury safari hospitality, with exceptional attention to detail, an energetic approach to leadership, and a flair for delivering unforgettable guest experiences.
? Key Responsibilities
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Oversee all Food & Beverage operations, from kitchen to service floor, ensuring world-class standards.
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Lead menu planning and food styling in collaboration with chefs, aligned with lodge food philosophy.
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Manage food and beverage stock control, portioning, supplier sourcing, and cost systems.
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Train, mentor, and motivate the service team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
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Lead guest dining experiences, including lodge dining, bush dinners, and special events.
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Uphold strict hygiene, health, and safety standards.
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Drive creativity, ensuring food and beverage offerings remain fresh, modern, and memorable.
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Assist with Front of House operations during guest arrivals, departures, and lodge inspections.
? Minimum Requirements
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Diploma in Hospitality / Lodge Management.
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35 years Food & Beverage experience in a 5 Game Lodge.
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Culinary background and menu development experience highly advantageous.
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Strong food and beverage stock control and purchasing experience.
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Service and hospitality training skills.
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Knowledge of food trends, wine, and guest delight service.
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Strong leadership, staff motivation, and team development skills.
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Excellent administrative and IT skills.
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Valid Code 8 drivers license and own transport.
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South African citizen or valid work permit.
? Salary & Benefits
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R30,000 R33,000 per month (negotiable, depending on experience).
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Live-in position (2-bedroom house provided).
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Meals on duty.
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Pension fund.
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Staff bed nights.
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21 days on / 7 days off work cycle.
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Annual leave: 15 days.
? TO APPLY:
Submit 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.
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