FOH Manager
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FOH Manager (with Relief Lodge Manager Duties) - Northern KwaZulu-Natal
Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and motivated FOH Manager for a private game lodge in Northern KwaZulu-Natal. This live-in opportunity is ideal for a professional with a strong luxury lodge background who can oversee front-of-house operations and confidently assume additional lodge management responsibilities during the General Manager's leave cycles.
Salary: R15,000 per month, inclusive of accommodation (negotiable DOE)
Food allowance: R1,500 per month
Accommodation: Provided on-site
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years' experience as a FOH Manager or Duty Manager within a 4- or 5-star lodge is essential.
- Proven experience in luxury lodge hosting and guest relations.
- Strong operational knowledge across front of house, food and beverage, housekeeping and guest services.
- Experience in stock control, ordering and general administration.
- Computer literacy and strong organisational skills.
- A valid driver's licence is essential.
- Excellent leadership and staff management abilities.
- A trustworthy, responsible individual capable of relieving the General Manager and taking full operational responsibility during leave cycles.
- A warm, professional and guest-focused approach.
- The ability to work comfortably in a remote, live-in bush environment.
- A stable employment history with contactable references.
Key responsibilities
- Oversee daily lodge operations and ensure smooth running of all departments during shifts.
- Manage guest arrivals, departures, hosting, reservations and billing.
- Supervise staff across front of house, food and beverage, housekeeping and other operational departments.
- Maintain high standards of guest service and overall lodge presentation.
- Manage stock control, ordering and general administrative duties.
- Support effective communication and coordination between departments.
- Assume full operational responsibility when relieving the General Manager during leave cycles.
Candidates do not need to own a vehicle, provided they can arrange reliable transport to and from the reserve.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on hospitality professional looking to take on broader management responsibilities within a private game lodge environment.