TRAFFIC
KwaZulu-Natal
Assistant Lodge Manager
Bushwise
Job Description
Key Responsibilities 
- Guest Relations: Act as a primary host, checking guests in/out, managing special requests, and ensuring an unforgettable safari experience.
- Front of House & Administration: Oversee reservation tracking, coordinate guest logistics, and process point-of-sale invoicing.
- Operational Support: Support daily housekeeping audits, room checks, and maintenance coordination across all deluxe units and family chalets.
- Food & Beverage Service: Assist with daily dining service, boma dinner logistics, and bar inventory control.
- Staff Supervision: Manage and motivate shift teams, promoting a positive, collaborative, and disciplined working environment.
- Experience: 1-3 years of operational or hospitality supervisory experience (previous experience in a safari lodge or remote bush environment is highly advantageous).
- Qualifications: A hospitality management diploma or certificate is preferred.
- Skills: Exceptional face-to-face communication, problem-solving under pressure, and basic financial or admin acumen.
- Systems: Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and familiarity with property management booking systems.
- Attributes: High emotional intelligence, neat presentation, strong work ethic, and a genuine passion for wildlife and conservation.
- Logistics: Valid Driver's License is essential. Due to the live-in nature and remote bush setting of the reserve, this position is strictly for single placement with no pets allowed.
About This Role
Career insights for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers positions
Salary Benchmark
R42,824/month
R29,904 to
R59,610/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening
Service Orientation
Speaking
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Common Technologies
Claris FileMaker
Microsoft Access 365
Oracle Database 23c
Final Cut Pro
YouTube
Discontinued
QuickBooks POS
UKG Dimensions
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers Insights
Median Salary (ZAR)
R42,824/month
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Similar Opportunities
Luxury Safari Field Guide - Big Five & Guest Experience
North West
View Job
Project Manager (Healthcare)
North West
View Job
Demi Chef de Partie: Precision Kitchen Mastery
Western Cape
View Job
Duty Manager/F&B Manager
Western Cape
View Job
Executive Chef
KwaZulu-Natal
View Job
Head Chef: Luxury Lounge Dining & Team Leadership
Gauteng
View Job
SANParks Graduate Internship Programme Opportunities at Kruger National Park
Not Specified
View Job
Barista: Friendly Coffee & Till Pro
Western Cape
View Job
Food Service Retail Specialist
Gauteng
View Job
Concierge - Guest Experience & Local Insights
KwaZulu-Natal
View Job