Permanent
Limpopo
Posted 6 hours ago
Management Couple required Limpopo Province 50k-100k DOE (Child Friendly)
Overview
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Management Couple to join a well-established luxury safari lodge and hospitality operation in the Limpopo Province.
The property enjoys a strong reputation for exceptional guest experiences, authentic hospitality, conservation values and sustainable tourism. We are seeking a dynamic couple who can provide strong operational leadership while supporting the continued growth and success of the business.
This role would suit a couple with complementary skills and experience. One partner may have strengths in lodge operations, guest relations, food and beverage or hospitality management, while the other may bring expertise in business development, sales and marketing, guiding, finance, administration or maintenance management.
Together, the successful couple will play a pivotal role in maintaining high operational standards, developing staff, enhancing guest satisfaction and contributing to the commercial success of the property.
Location
Situated in the beautiful Limpopo Province, this is a live-in position ideally suited to candidates who enjoy a bush lifestyle and are comfortable living and working in a remote environment.
The Role
As the property’s resident management team, the couple will assume joint responsibility for the successful operation and commercial performance of the business.
The positions require individuals who are comfortable living in a remote environment, leading teams by example and taking ownership of both strategic and day-to-day operational matters.
Together, the couple will oversee:
Guest experience and hospitality standards
Staff leadership and development
Commercial performance and occupancy growth
Financial oversight and cost control
Trade and industry relationships
Marketing and brand representation
Lodge operations, maintenance and asset management
Health, safety and compliance
Conservation and sustainability initiatives
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Development & Revenue Growth
One member of the couple will typically take the lead in commercial performance by:
Driving occupancy and revenue growth across the operation
Developing relationships with tour operators, travel agents, DMCs and trade partners
Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
Assisting with rate strategy, packages and seasonal promotions
Monitoring booking performance and market trends
Supporting sales, marketing and brand visibility initiatives
Operations & Guest Experience
The second partner will typically lead operational delivery by:
Overseeing daily lodge operations
Maintaining exceptional guest service standards
Managing guest feedback and service recovery where required
Coordinating housekeeping, food and beverage, front-of-house and maintenance departments
Ensuring a seamless guest experience throughout the property
Supporting operational planning and logistics
Leadership & Team Management
Joint responsibilities include:
Leading, mentoring and developing department heads and staff
Creating a positive, professional and performance-driven culture
Conducting regular staff training and performance reviews
Ensuring departmental accountability and clear communication
Supporting recruitment and succession planning initiatives
Financial Management
Managing operating budgets and departmental expenditure
Monitoring financial performance against budgets and targets
Identifying efficiencies whilst maintaining service standards
Producing regular reports for ownership
Assisting with stock control, purchasing and asset management
Property & Asset Management
Maintaining high standards across accommodation, facilities and infrastructure
Monitoring preventative maintenance programmes
Overseeing contractor relationships where required
Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations
Conservation & Sustainability
Supporting the property’s conservation and sustainability objectives
Promoting responsible tourism principles
Assisting with community and stakeholder relationships
Ensuring conservation values remain integrated into the guest experience
Candidate Profile
Essential Experience
The couple should collectively offer:
Minimum 8 years’ experience within luxury hospitality, safari lodges, private reserves or remote tourism operations
Previous experience in senior lodge management, hospitality management or general management roles
Proven team leadership experience
Strong financial and administrative skills
Experience managing guest relations within high-end hospitality environments
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Preferred Experience
One or both candidates may additionally possess:
Sales and marketing expertise
Trade and tour operator relationships
Field Guiding qualifications
Food and Beverage management experience
Finance or accounting experience
Conservation or reserve management exposure
Maintenance or project management experience
Personal Attributes
The successful couple will be:
Hands-on and highly self-motivated
Professional and guest-focused
Commercially aware and results-driven
Adaptable and resilient
Strong communicators and team builders
Comfortable living and working in a remote bush environment
Passionate about hospitality, wildlife and conservation
Package
Competitive combined salary package dependent on experience
Performance-based bonus structure
Live-in accommodation
Meals whilst on duty
Annual leave as per company policy
Opportunity for long-term career growth within a respected safari hospitality business
Supportive ownership and a stable operating environment
Please forward applications to cam@cedar-wood.co.za