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NOW HIRING: Lodge Manager | Remote Luxury Safari Camp | Kenya About the Opportunity Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and confident Lodge Manager to oversee the operations of a remote luxury safari camp in Kenya. The property accommodates a small number of guests and employs a sizeable team, requiring a hands-on leader who can balance exceptional guest experiences with effective staff management and operational excellence. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong hospitality professional who is comfortable working in an isolated environment and leading an established team with professionalism, patience and confidence. Applications from a management couple will also be considered. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the camp, ensuring consistently high standards of service and guest satisfaction. • Lead, manage and motivate a large team, promoting accountability, teamwork and professional development. • Build positive working relationships with staff while implementing operational standards and procedures. • Manage guest relations, ensuring personalised service and the effective resolution of concerns. • Work closely with all departments to maintain smooth and efficient operations. • Monitor staff performance and address operational challenges with fairness, consistency and confidence. • Ensure that housekeeping, food and beverage, maintenance and general camp operations meet luxury hospitality standards. • Manage stock, resources and operational costs effectively. • Maintain clear communication with senior management and provide regular operational updates. • Adapt to the challenges of managing a remote property with limited external support. Key Requirements • Proven experience in lodge management or a senior management position within a luxury safari lodge, remote camp or comparable hospitality property. • Strong staff-management skills, ideally with experience leading large teams. • Confident, articulate and professional communication skills. • A kind but direct leadership style, with the ability to manage established teams without being unnecessarily forceful. • Excellent interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and conflict-resolution abilities. • Strong organisational, administrative and problem-solving skills. • The ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a remote environment. • Resilience, adaptability and a hands-on approach to daily operations. • Previous experience in East Africa or a similarly isolated safari destination will be advantageous. • A well-spoken and self-assured professional who can earn the respect of an established team through consistency, fairness and strong leadership. • Comfort with being the sole expatriate on the property, and an understanding of the responsibilities of managing a remote camp. Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within seven working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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