Job Summary
?✨ LODGE MANAGER / MANAGEMENT COUPLE WANTED – LUXURY SAFARI LODGE | GREATER KRUGER REGION ✨? Kendrick Recruitment is on the lookout for a dynamic, experienced Lodge Manager (or Management Couple) to take the reins at a stunning luxury safari lodge in the Greater Kruger region. This is an exciting opportunity for passionate hospitality professionals who thrive in the bush, love guest interaction, and can seamlessly lead a high-performing lodge team. This opportunity is open to single applicants or management couples (with one partner ideally a qualified Guide). The lodge is flexible on rotational cycles, typically 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off, though alternative arrangements may be considered for the right candidates. This is a live-in position with meals provided, offering an incredible lifestyle in one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. ? Key Responsibilities * Oversee daily lodge operations and ensure exceptional guest experiences * Lead, motivate, and manage all lodge departments with confidence and care * Maintain high service standards across front-of-house, housekeeping, food & beverage, and guiding teams * Manage budgets, stock control, and operational reporting * Ensure smooth guest flow from arrival to departure, delivering a seamless safari experience * Handle guest relations, feedback, and special requests with professionalism * Support staff development, training, and team cohesion * Work closely with guiding teams (where applicable in a couple setup) to enhance guest experiences ? Requirements * Proven experience in a Lodge Manager or senior hospitality management role within a luxury safari environment * Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams * Excellent guest relation and communication abilities * Hands-on, adaptable, and solutions-driven approach * Strong operational and financial acumen * For couples: one partner must ideally be a qualified Guide with FGASA or equivalent experience * Passion for wildlife, conservation, and luxury hospitality ? What’s On Offer * Live-in accommodation and meals provided * Discovery medical aid contribution and provident fund contribution after probation * Cycle: typically 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off (flexible for the right fit) * Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience (DOE) * ASAP start date * Opportunity to work in a world-class luxury safari environment in the Greater Kruger ? Ready to lead in the wild? Send your CV today to apply!