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Limpopo: Executive Housekeeper | 5* Luxury Game Lodge | Limpopo | Ls posted by Kendrick Recruitment

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About the Role

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and detail-driven Executive Housekeeper for a prestigious 5-Star Luxury Game Lodge in Limpopo. The successful candidate will report directly to the Assistant Lodge Manager and take full responsibility for the running of the Housekeeping Division, ensuring world-class standards of cleanliness, organisation, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and attention to detail in guest accommodation and public areas
  • Daily inspection of guest rooms (“expect what you inspect”)
  • Record and report maintenance service requirements immediately
  • Oversee pest control
  • Laundry Supervise and control the laundry operation
  • Ensure guest laundry is collected, washed carefully, and returned promptly
  • Oversee daily lodge and staff laundry
  • Budget, Purchasing & Control Control housekeeping expenditure
  • Manage purchasing and price control for accurate stock counts
  • Monitor stock control systems for personal bars, linen, guest amenities, and cleaning materials
  • Conduct monthly stocktakes of consumables, linen, and guest room bars
  • Oversee GRVs, price updates, and budget control
  • Team Management Inspire, lead, and develop the housekeeping team
  • Ensure staff are trained, motivated, and guest-focused
  • Recognise positive guest feedback and address negative feedback constructively
  • Manage performance, leave cycles, and training workshops
  • Assist Front of House during guest arrivals, departures, or lodge site inspections
  • Host guests when required

Requirements

  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills – able to inspire and empower the team
  • Excellent management and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Positive, confident, self-motivated, with a sense of humour and adventure
  • Strong guest focus and attention to detail
  • Ability to adapt to changing situations
  • High energy levels, proactive, and solutions-focused
  • Strong planning and organisational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
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Qualifications

Minimum 2–3 years’ Housekeeping Management experience in a 5-star boutique lodge or Big 5 reserve. Budget and stock control experience essential. Room Division or Front of House experience advantageous. Hospitality and service training experience advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Negotiable DOE. Live-in position with meals on duty. Pension fund. Staff lodge nights. Work cycle: 21 days on / 7 days off. Annual leave: 15 days.

How to Apply

Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.

About Catering / hospitality Jobs in South Africa

The catering and hospitality industry in South Africa is a vibrant sector that provides numerous career opportunities for those passionate about delivering exceptional food and service experiences. Generally, the job market trends in this field are shaped by the country’s growing tourism industry, with many establishments seeking to enhance their offerings to attract both local and international visitors.

Typically, salaries for catering and hospitality roles in South Africa can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. For entry-level positions, broad salary ranges often fall between R30 000 to R50 000 per annum, while more senior roles may command salaries ranging from R60 000 to R120 000 or more. However, these figures are only a general guideline, and actual salaries can differ significantly based on individual circumstances.

Common skills required for catering and hospitality roles in South Africa include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively under pressure, strong attention to detail, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. Other essential skills may include basic knowledge of food preparation and presentation, understanding of health and safety regulations, and proficiency in point-of-sale systems and inventory management software.

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Many industries commonly employ catering and hospitality professionals, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and tourism operators. These sectors often require staff with diverse skill sets, from fine dining establishments to hotels and event venues.

Career development opportunities are plentiful for those in the catering and hospitality industry. Typically, roles such as senior sous chef or department manager offer a clear path for career progression, while specialized skills like food costing and menu planning can be valuable assets in advancing within an organization. With experience, many professionals choose to pursue management positions or even entrepreneurial ventures, leveraging their expertise to build successful businesses.


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.



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