Lodge Manager

Kendrick Recruitment

Job Location:

Durban - South Africa

Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

LODGE MANAGER LUXURY SAFARI LODGE ZULULAND KZN

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and hands-on Lodge Manager to join a luxury safari lodge situated in the Zululand region of KwaZulu-Natal. This is a unique opportunity for a strong all-round hospitality professional with leadership ability operational expertise and a passion for the bush.

Salary: R20000 Accommodation (negotiable depending on experience and skill)

Accommodation: Live-in position

Location: Zululand KwaZulu-Natal

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily lodge and farm operations oversight

Guest check-in coordination and overall guest experience management

Staff supervision and team leadership across departments

Oversee kitchen operations and food preparation (limited menu offering)

Quality control of guest units pool vehicles maintenance and projects

Stock control and operational inventory management

Coordinate ranger schedules guest flow and maintenance teams

Liaise with reserve management and HQ reporting

Ensure smooth coordination between all lodge departments

OPERATIONAL AND EMERGENCY SUPPORT

Assist with all-round lodge operations during emergencies

Support response to elephant damage (e.g. water pipes and infrastructure)

Assist with floods road access issues dam and fire situations

Support security operations and anti-poaching teams when required

Ensure lodge continuity during unpredictable bush conditions

REQUIREMENTS

Proven experience in lodge or hospitality management (safari environment preferred)

Strong leadership and staff management skills

Must have some culinary experience (limited menu support required)

Hands-on adaptable and operationally strong

Ability to manage multiple departments simultaneously

Calm and effective under pressure in remote environments

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A grounded proactive lodge manager who is comfortable being fully involved in daily operations. Someone who leads by example remains calm in challenging bush conditions and ensures exceptional guest experiences while keeping all lodge functions running smoothly.

Required Skills:

Experience

LODGE MANAGER LUXURY SAFARI LODGE ZULULAND KZNKendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and hands-on Lodge Manager to join a luxury safari lodge situated in the Zululand region of KwaZulu-Natal. This is a unique opportunity for a strong all-round hospitality professional with leadership abili...