Lodge Manager

Description:

This is a distinguished lodge exclusively for adults, topped with excellent dining and polished service. This highly modern and inviting retreat displays earthy tones, wooden finishes, and warm fabrics that merge with modern coppers, marble finishes, and sophisticated hues that allude to the African skies.

Candidate requirements:

• A minimum of 3-5 years working as a Lodge Manager in a 5* Lodge.
• Must have Tertiary education in Hospitality / Tourism
• Must have a high command of Microsoft Office.
• Must have good working knowledge of Hotel Software or Property Management Systems like OPERA.
• Should be able to direct and assist the marketing department where necessary.
• Should possess strong financial knowledge.
• An understanding of and belief in responsible travel philosophy.
• Must have excellent references, both written and contactable.Candidate responsibilities:
  
  • Manage all aspects of the Lodge.
  • Maintain and ensure the goodwill of the brand at the property level.
  • To ensure the developed set of Lodge standards is upheld and maintained.
  • To ensure that all personnel of the Lodge are up to the highest standards.
  • To ensure the management structure of the Lodge is streamlined and effective, and in line with hospitality trends.
  • Set-up, attend, and direct daily and monthly HOD and staff meetings.
  • Earmark and develop individuals who show potential to grow into positions.
  • Implement training and career development plans.
  • Provide effective leadership through professional management and encouragement of all subordinates, including outsourced services.
  • Ensure HR policies and procedures, and disciplinary code are upheld and adhered to.
  • Ensure all statutory requirements in the "Basic Conditions of Employment Act" are maintained by the lodge.
  • Ensure that all employees are treated in an ethical, fair, and respectful manner.
  • Compile all operational expenditure & costs for Monthly reporting purposes.
  • Manage all expenditure following predetermined budgets.
  • Report and provide supporting documents and information for the request and review of any proposed variable/emergency expenses.
  • Manage supplier relationships, procurement, and credit relationships.
  • Ensure compliance with set operational variable costs.
  • Ensure that correct operating licenses are in place, current, and always up to date.
    • This is a live-in position.
    • 3/1 week work cycle.
    • Meal allowance.
    • Regretfully no kids or pets will be accommodated.