Job Summary
⭐ NEW Lodge Couple Vacancy – Madikwe ? ? Lodge Couple – Lodge Manager + Lodge Anchor / Guest Liaison – Luxury Safari Lodge (Madikwe) ➡️ Live-in Couple Role | Combined Salary: R38,000 – R45,000 DOE Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced, committed Lodge Couple for a luxury safari lodge in the Madikwe Game Reserve. This is a live-in opportunity for a couple who work well as a team, are hands-on, and thrive in a remote bush environment while delivering consistently high standards and strong guest connection. Position 1: Lodge Manager ? Salary: R25,000 – R30,000 DOE Key Responsibilities • Take full responsibility for daily lodge operations and standards • Lead and manage the lodge team with strong people leadership and accountability • Be hands-on and highly capable with maintenance oversight and problem-solving • Maintain high operational standards across departments (FOH, housekeeping, F&B, maintenance) • Report directly to Operations Directors (based off-site) • HR process knowledge advantageous, including basic staff administration, discipline, and compliance support Requirements • Proven Lodge Manager experience in a lodge or high-end hospitality environment • Strong leadership, communication, and operational discipline • Practical maintenance ability and a hands-on approach • Professional, reliable, and solutions driven Position 2: Lodge Anchor / Guest Liaison ? Salary: R13,000 – R15,000 DOE ? This is not a management position Key Responsibilities • Deliver exceptional guest relations and guest experience support • Assist with admin and day-to-day lodge coordination • Support staff welfare and morale, contributing to a positive lodge culture • Be flexible and assist across departments when needed • Act as a consistent, welcoming presence for both guests and staff Requirements • Proven guest-facing experience in a lodge or hospitality environment • Strong communication and people skills • Organised, calm under pressure, and proactive • Willing to assist operationally where needed Package Includes • Live-in accommodation for a couple • Meals provided • Tips • Full provident fund • 12 bed nights annually To Apply Please submit: • CVs for both candidates • Contactable references • Recent head and shoulders photographs ? Please Note: If you do not receive feedback within 7 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.