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? 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: R50,000 – R70,000 DOE • Live-in position • Accommodation and meals provided • Opportunity to work within a prestigious luxury safari environment ? 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 lodge management systems experience • Valid driver's 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 ⚠️ If you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.