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Hoedspruit: Lodge Manager – Luxury Safari Lodge (Pre-Opening) – Greater Kruger, Hoedspruit posted by HotelJobs

Job Description

About the Role

Our client, an exclusive new 7-key luxury safari lodge opening in the Greater Kruger region, Hoedspruit, is seeking an experienced Lodge Manager to lead the operation through pre-opening, launch, and ongoing daily management. This exceptional opportunity requires a hands-on, service-driven hospitality professional who thrives in a remote safari environment and excels at guest experience, leadership, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee full lodge operations including F&B, rooms, front-of-house, and guest experience
  • Lead the pre-opening setup including SOPs, staff onboarding, and operational readiness
  • Manage staff scheduling, training, performance, and team culture
  • Monitor budgets, cost controls, stock, procurement, and administration
  • Ensure facilities, rooms, and guest areas meet luxury lodge standards
  • Oversee guest hosting, arrivals, departures, and problem resolution
  • Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Work closely with owners and senior leadership on strategy, reporting, and KPIs
  • Ensure seamless communication between departments

Requirements

  • Strong operational discipline
  • Ability to manage a small, high-performing team
  • Passion for delivering personalised 5-star safari guest experiences
  • Experience in lodge management or similar hospitality role
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Proven ability to work in remote environments

Qualifications

  • Formal education in Hospitality Management or related field (Bachelor’s degree)
  • Relevant experience in lodge management or a similar hospitality role
  • Certification in hospitality management or a related field (e.g. CHA, CHT)

Salary & Benefits

R30 000 – R35 000 per annum (experience dependent)

How to Apply

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