General Manager

General Manager | Luxury Lodge | Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and highly motivated General Manager to join a prestigious luxury lodge in Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga. This is an exciting live-in opportunity for a hospitality professional with strong leadership, operational and guest service experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the overall day-to-day operations of the luxury lodge.
  
• Lead, motivate and manage the lodge team, ensuring high levels of performance and professionalism.
  
• Maintain exceptional guest service standards throughout the guest journey.
  
• Ensure the lodge consistently delivers a high-quality luxury hospitality experience.
  
• Manage operational budgets, stock control and cost management.
  
• Oversee staff scheduling, training, development and performance.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with guests, suppliers and service providers.
  
• Ensure lodge facilities and standards are consistently maintained.
  
• Monitor and uphold health, safety and operational procedures.
  
• Assist with resolving guest queries and ensuring guest satisfaction.
  
• Drive operational efficiency while maintaining the lodge's luxury standards.
  

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a General Manager or senior lodge management position within a luxury hospitality environment.
  
• Strong operational and people-management skills.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  
• A hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
  
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse hospitality team.
  
• Strong financial, administrative and organisational skills.
  
• Excellent guest relations and service delivery abilities.
  
• A professional, confident and well-presented manner.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a remote lodge environment.
  
• A passion for luxury hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
  

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Location: Hoedspruit, Mpumalanga
Accommodation: Live-in

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their CV for consideration.