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General Manager Couple

Kendrick Recruitment

Job Location:

Phalaborwa - South Africa

Monthly Salary: R 50000 - 70000

Posted: 30 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 27 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

General Manager Couple Luxury Lodge Welgevonden Game Reserve

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager Couple for a luxury lodge located in the spectacular Welgevonden Game Reserve.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a hospitality management couple with a passion for luxury guest experiences operational excellence and team leadership. The successful couple will be responsible for the overall management of the lodge ensuring the highest standards of service guest satisfaction staff development and financial performance.

Package

Salary: R50000 R70000 depending on experience

Live-in position

Accommodation and meals provided

Opportunity to work within a prestigious luxury safari environment

Location: Welgevonden Game Reserve

Property Type: Luxury Lodge

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the lodge

Ensure exceptional guest experiences and service standards at all times

Lead mentor and develop lodge teams across all departments

Manage guest relations and address guest feedback proactively

Oversee Food & Beverage Housekeeping Front Office and Maintenance operations

Monitor budgets financial controls and operational costs

Ensure stock control and procurement processes are effectively managed

Maintain health safety and environmental standards

Drive staff training development and performance management initiatives

Manage administration reporting and compliance requirements

Foster a positive team culture and strong staff morale

Ensure the lodge maintains its luxury standards and reputation

Requirements

Previous experience as a General Manager Couple or Senior Lodge Management Couple within a luxury lodge environment

Strong understanding of luxury hospitality operations

Excellent leadership and people management skills

Proven experience in guest relations and service excellence

Financial management and budgeting experience

Strong administrative and organisational abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Computer literacy and experience with lodge management systems

Valid drivers licences

Hospitality qualifications advantageous

Candidate Profile

Passionate about luxury hospitality and wildlife experiences

Hands-on leaders who lead by example

Professional energetic and guest-focused

Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Excellent team builders and motivators

Detail-oriented with high operational standards

Adaptable resilient and capable of working in a remote environment

Suitable candidates are invited to submit their CVs for consideration.

Please note that if no feedback is received within 7 days of application candidates should consider their application unsuccessful.

Required Skills:

experience

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About Company

Kendrick Recruitment

Kendrick Recruitment (KR) specialises in finding top candidates for the Hospitality and Tourism Industries worldwide. We focus on providing a high level of personalised service tailored to each individual whether you are a client or candidate. We pride ourselves on listening and under ... View more

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