Lodge Manager - Luxury Safari Lodge - Mpumalanga | Mm
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Hotel Management, Event Management & Planning, Guest Services
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LODGE MANAGER |
LUXURY SAFARI LODGE ?
MPUMALANGA An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Lodge Manager to join a world-class luxury safari lodge in Sabi Sand Reserve. ?
Location: Sabi Sand, South Africa ?
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience ?
Employment: Full-time ?
Working hours: Lodge operational hours
This is a high-level hospitality leadership position focused on managing the lodge operations, leading the team, and delivering an exceptional, personalized guest experience.
- Managing daily lodge operations and reporting directly to the General Manager
- Maintaining high-touch, personalized guest relations and handling concierge/reception duties
- Leading, onboarding, and mentoring lodge staff to boost morale and ongoing skills development
- Driving HR processes, including recruitment, inductions, and performance management
- Upholding the highest standards of housekeeping, gardening, and overall lodge maintenance
- Overseeing financial management through accurate order administration and stock control
- Communicating with departmental teams to ensure guest needs are met seamlessly
- Planning and executing strategic management plans to drive company goals
- Supporting sustainable lodge operations and eco-friendly practices
- Championing the property's conservation purpose and environmental values
- Minimum 6 years' management experience in a 5-star hotel or world-class luxury lodge
- Exceptional Food & Beverage knowledge, including preparation, terminology, and dietary awareness
- Strong financial acumen, budget management, and reporting skills
- Deep understanding of housekeeping and maintenance procedures
- Excellent leadership skills with a developmental, supportive approach to staff
- Solid knowledge of basic labor law and disciplinary procedures
- Computer literate with exceptional English skills (a second language is advantageous)
- Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, patience, and assertiveness
- Valid Driver's License
Candidates must have a passion for hospitality, a cooperative work ethic, and a willingness to multi-skill.
Please note:
Candidates will be thoroughly vetted and strong, contactable references from recent employers are essential.
If you have not heard from us within 10 business days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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