South Africa: Lodge Manager – New 5* Boutique Lodge – Greater Hoedspruit | Sl posted by HotelJobs

?Lodge Manager 5 Star Luxury Lodge (New Opening) Greater Kruger, Limpopo | Live-in Start date: 26th January 2026 (NEG) Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Lodge Manager for a newly opening 5 star, 7-key luxury lodge in the Greater Kruger, Limpopo. This is an exciting opportunity to join a world-class hospitality group and play a key role in launching and managing a premium safari property. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day lodge operations across all departments Lead, motivate, and develop on-site teams to maintain exceptional service standards Ensure seamless guest experiences with a strong focus on personalised hospitality Manage front office, housekeeping, F&B, stock control, and general lodge administration Oversee budgeting, procurement, reporting, and operational planning Uphold brand standards, SOPs, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations Support pre-opening requirements, including processes, staffing, and setup Requirements: Previous experience as a Lodge Manager or senior lodge management role essential Strong background in luxury or 5 star hospitality environments Confident leader with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Hands-on manager able to multitask and operate effectively in a live-in remote setting Solid understanding of budgeting, cost control, systems, and operational procedures Professional, presentable, and guest-centric at all times Package: Basic Salary: R20,000 R30,000 (DOE) Live-in accommodation Three meals per day provided To Apply: Submit your CV, contactable references, qualifications, and a recent head and shoulders photograph as soon as possible. ? Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.