Relief host / barman – luxury African safari lodge

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a confident, energetic and guest-focused Relief Host / Barman to join a luxury African safari lodge situated in the Greater Kruger, Mpumalanga.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional who enjoys creating memorable guest experiences and is comfortable working across both hosting and bar service within a luxury safari environment.

The position

• Role: Relief Host / Barman
  
• Location: Greater Kruger, Mpumalanga
  
• Property: Luxury African Safari Lodge
  
• Salary: R8,000 – R9,000 per month, negotiable depending on experience
  
• The successful candidate will assist with the smooth day-to-day operation of the lodge while providing exceptional service to guests.
  
• The role will involve welcoming and hosting guests, ensuring they feel comfortable and well cared for throughout their stay.
  
• The successful candidate will assist with meal and beverage service, maintaining the high standards expected within a luxury lodge.
  
• The position will include responsibility for bar service, including preparing and serving a variety of beverages and cocktails.
  
• The successful candidate will ensure that the bar area remains clean, organised and fully stocked.
  
• The role will require excellent knowledge of beverages and the ability to make informed recommendations to guests.
  
• The Relief Host / Barman will assist with guest activities, dining experiences and general lodge duties as required.
  
• The successful candidate will build strong relationships with guests and provide warm, personalized service.
  
• The role will require flexibility to assist across different areas of the lodge when needed.
  
• The successful candidate will work closely with the wider lodge team to ensure a seamless guest experience.
  
• The position requires someone who is comfortable working in a remote safari environment and who can adapt quickly to changing operational requirements.
  

Candidate requirements

• Previous experience in a luxury lodge, hotel, safari camp or high-end hospitality environment.
  
• Experience in both guest hosting and bartending would be highly advantageous.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• A warm, friendly and naturally engaging personality.
  
• Strong knowledge of beverages, cocktails and bar service.
  
• Excellent guest relations skills and a genuine passion for hospitality.
  
• Professional presentation and a positive, can-do attitude.
  
• Ability to work well under pressure and remain calm during busy periods.
  
• Strong attention to detail and consistently high service standards.
  
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  
• Flexibility to assist with various lodge duties when required.
  
• Previous experience in a remote safari environment would be advantageous.
  
• A genuine passion for luxury hospitality, wildlife and the African bush would be highly beneficial.
  

How to apply

Kendrick Recruitment is inviting suitably qualified and experienced hospitality professionals who are keen on this exciting opportunity to submit their CV for consideration.

• Candidates should ensure their CV clearly highlights relevant hospitality, lodge, hosting and bartending experience.
  
• Salary: R8,000 – R9,000 per month, negotiable depending on experience.
  
• Only candidates who meet the relevant requirements will be contacted.