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Lodge & Bush Jobs, 193 Longleat Avenue, Chartwell (2026)

19/08/2026

Assistant Lodge Manager North West– Live‑In Position Salary: R15,000 per month

🌿 Assistant Lodge Manager North West
We are seeking a professional, detail‑driven Assistant Lodge Manager to support daily operations and ensure an exceptional guest experience. This is a live‑in role suited to someone with strong hospitality expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to confidently manage staff and lodge functions when required.

⭐ Key Responsibilities
Hosting and engaging with guests throughout their stay

Managing check‑ins and check‑outs

Stock control and placing orders across departments

Working closely with the Lodge Manager on daily operations

Conducting thorough room checks before guest arrivals

Overseeing staff and ensuring smooth workflow

Managing the lodge in the absence of the Lodge Manager

🎓 Minimum Requirements
Formal qualification in Hospitality Management

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a 4/5‑star lodge

Excellent communication and administrative skills

Strong staff management ability

Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle

Computer literate

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong work ethic

🏡 Position Details
Live‑in role

3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation

No pets allowed

Uniform provided

Meals included while on duty

Reports directly to the General Manager

📌 Salary
R15,000 per month

Please forward applications to [email protected]

18/08/2026

https://cedar-wood.co.za/jobs/assistant-managers-luxury-lodge-based-in-kzn/

We are looking for an Assistant Manager for a luxury lodge based in the Manyoni Private Game Reserve, Kwazulu-Natal, to join their team.

Meals while on duty as well as a variety of groceries for while off duty, live in position as well as a compulsory provident fund.

Requirements for assistant manager:
Valid Drivers license
Valid first aid level 1 - Preferred
1 year previous working experience in similar role
Salary R13000 Neg depending on experience

The assistant manager should be able to handle in-camp issues and use initiative and work alone and well under pressure.

To apply please send your full updated cv with contactable references, head and shoulder photo, copy of all qualifications and drivers license and notice period to [email protected]

17/08/2026

Description
🧹 Head of Department (HOD) – Housekeeping R20,000 gross.

📍 Location: Luxury Game Lodge, North West Province, South Africa 👤 Reports to: General Manager / Lodge Manager 🏡 Position Type: Full-time, live-in (on-site accommodation typically provided)

🌿 About the Role

A luxury, family-friendly Big 5 game lodge in the North West is seeking an exceptional Head of Housekeeping to lead and elevate the housekeeping department. The lodge offers 23 beautifully appointed suites (19 standard and 4 luxury units with private plunge pools or hot tubs), accommodating up to 46 guests. Suites feature private verandas, indoor/outdoor showers, modern amenities (air‑conditioning, minibar, tea/coffee facilities, Smart TVs), and refined bush-inspired décor — all set within a malaria-free environment.

Communal spaces include a restaurant, bar, lounge, traditional boma, swimming/plunge pools, spa facilities, bird hide, and viewing decks overlooking a waterhole. Impeccable housekeeping, laundry operations, and presentation of guest and public areas are central to delivering a world-class safari experience.

This senior operational role suits a hands-on leader who thrives in a mid-sized luxury lodge, balancing high guest expectations, team leadership, stock control, and quality assurance.

📋 Key Responsibilities

👥 Lead and manage the full housekeeping department (room attendants, public-area cleaners, laundry staff).

🛏️ Oversee daily cleaning, servicing, and turn-down of all guest suites and public areas (restaurant, bar, lounge, boma, spa, pools, decks, BOH).

🔍 Conduct regular inspections; ensure rooms are fully prepared and signed off before arrivals and after departures.

📘 Develop and maintain SOPs for cleaning, hygiene, and presentation aligned with luxury safari standards.

🧺 Manage linen, laundry operations, guest amenities, chemicals, and inventory; perform stock takes and control usage/costs.

📆 Create staff schedules aligned to occupancy and lodge rhythms (game drives, check-ins/check-outs).

🎓 Recruit, train, coach, motivate, and performance-manage the housekeeping team; build a culture of pride and accountability.

🤝 Collaborate with Front Office, Maintenance, F&B, and Spa teams to ensure seamless operations.

🔧 Report and follow up on maintenance issues in suites and public areas.

🛡️ Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and environmental standards.

🗣️ Handle guest requests and feedback with professionalism, discretion, and warmth.

🌟 Contribute to continuous improvement of lodge standards and guest experience.

🎓 Requirements

Matric / Grade 12 (hospitality qualification advantageous).

3–5 years’ supervisory or managerial housekeeping experience in a luxury lodge, boutique hotel, or similar 20–30 room environment.

Proven hands-on leadership and team development capability.

Strong attention to detail and understanding of luxury presentation standards.

Knowledge of laundry systems, chemical usage, hygiene protocols, and inventory control.

Computer literacy (MS Office, email, basic reporting/stock systems).

Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work flexible shifts (early mornings, evenings, weekends, public holidays).

Valid driver’s licence advantageous; willingness to live on-site.

Fluent in English; additional local languages beneficial.

💡 Personal Attributes

Hands-on leader with high personal standards and a calm, solution-driven approach.

Passionate about creating memorable guest experiences in a natural bush setting.

Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable with remote lodge living.

Strong sense of ownership, integrity, and teamwork.

🎁 What We Offer

Competitive salary package based on experience.

On-site accommodation and meals (as per lodge policy).

Opportunity to work in a beautiful, malaria-free Big 5 environment.

Supportive management team and scope to elevate housekeeping standards.
Own transport essential to the role.

Please forward applications to [email protected]

14/08/2026

https://cedar-wood.co.za/jobs/duty-manager-kwazulu-natal/

e are now looking for a Duty manager for a luxury lodge based in the Manyoni Private Game Reserve, Kwazulu-Natal, to join their team.

Requirements for Duty manager:
Valid driver's license
Valid first aid level 1 - Preferred
1 year of previous working experience in a similar role
Salary R9000 Neg depending on experience

Benefits:
Live in position, meals included, and provident fund.

The Duty manager should be able to handle in-camp issues and use initiative and work alone and well under pressure.
Energetic, friendly, and eager to learn, individuals are required to join this small, intimate team.

The Duty Manager will serve as support to the lodge manager and Assistant Lodge Manager, being exposed to all aspects and duties involved in running the lodge; therefore, an all-round individual wanting to grow would be best suited.

To apply send your full updated cv, with contactable references, head and shoulder photo, copies of qualifications, and drivers license to [email protected]

07/08/2026

An exclusive 5-star Lodge in the Eastern Cape is seeking a dynamic and passionate ASSISTANT LODGE MANAGER to join their team.
https://cedar-wood.co.za/.../assistant-lodge-manager.../

Description:
Assistant Lodge Manager
R 20,000 Live-in

Role overview:
The Assistant Lodge Manager is responsible for supporting the Lodge Manager in the daily operation and administration of the lodge and reserve environment. The role includes overseeing guest services, coordinating operational activities across departments, supervising staff, maintaining hospitality and presentation standards and ensuring the efficient functioning of lodge operations. The Assistant Lodge Manager is also responsible for supporting compliance with health, safety, environmental and company standards while contributing to an exceptional guest experience and overall operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Guest Experience & Hospitality
- Assist in managing all guest-facing lodge operations.
- Ensure exceptional guest service standards are maintained at all times.
- Welcome and host guests during check-in, meals, activities, and departures.
- Handle guest requests, complaints, and special arrangements professionally.
- Ensure guest feedback and reviews are monitored and addressed.
- Support the creation of memorable safari and lodge experiences.

Lodge Operations
- Oversee day-to-day lodge operations in the absence of the Lodge Manager.
- Ensure all departments operate efficiently and according to SOPs.
- Monitor lodge presentation, cleanliness, maintenance and overall standards.
- Coordinate operational logistics between housekeeping, kitchen, maintenance and guiding teams.
- Assist with stock control and inventory management.
- Ensure operational readiness for arrivals, departures and special events.

Staff Management
- Supervise lodge staff and assist with daily task delegation.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and staff development.
- Assist in managing staff rosters, attendance and performance.
- Promote teamwork, discipline and professional conduct.
- Ensure staff comply with company policies and procedures.

Food & Beverage Oversight
- Assist with restaurant and bar operations.
- Monitor food quality, presentation, hygiene and guest satisfaction.
- Support stock control, ordering and wastage management.
- Ensure service standards align with luxury hospitality expectations.

Financial & Administrative Duties
- Assist with daily cash-ups, petty cash and reporting.
- Monitor operational costs and assist with budget control.
- Support reservations, room allocations and occupancy management.
- Assist with procurement and supplier coordination.
- Compile operational reports and lodge statistics when required.

Maintenance & Reserve Coordination
- Report and follow up on lodge maintenance issues.
- Coordinate with reserve operations regarding guest activities and safety.
- Assist in managing vehicles, equipment and operational assets.
- Ensure health, safety and environmental standards are upheld.

Compliance & Health & Safety
- Ensure compliance with hospitality, labour and health & safety regulations.
- Maintain hygiene and sanitation standards in all lodge areas.
- Support emergency procedures and incident reporting protocols.
- Ensure responsible environmental and conservation practices are followed.

Minimum Requirements:
- Previous experience in hospitality or lodge operations management.
- Experience within a safari lodge, game reserve, or luxury hospitality environment preferred.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent guest relations ability.
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, reservation/PMS systems).
- Valid driver’s license advantageous.
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and public holidays.
- Ability to work in a remote environment.

Key Competencies:
- Professional and guest-focused.
- Strong problem-solving ability.
- Organised and detail-oriented.
- Calm under pressure.
- Team player with strong leadership potential.
- Passion for wildlife, conservation, and hospitality.

Advantageous Experience:
- Experience with PMS systems such as Semper, NightsBridge, or Opera PMS.
- Experience within luxury safari or ecotourism operations.
- First Aid qualification.
- Knowledge of South African hospitality and labour regulations.

Additional information and key considerations:
- Standard Annual Leave Cycle
- This is a management role requiring flexibility and active operational involvement
- Split shifts may be required depending on lodge operational requirements
- Employees will share a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house with a kitchen, lounge, and dining area.

If you are an individual who is committed to growing with the business while bringing the necessary skills, experience and professionalism to their role, please send your CV, contactable references, copies of qualifications, supporting documents and a head & shoulder photo to [email protected]

07/08/2026

An exclusive 5-star Lodge in the Eastern Cape is seeking a dynamic and passionate FIELD GUIDE to join their team.
https://cedar-wood.co.za/jobs/field-guide-eastern-cape/

Description:
Field Guide
R 12,000 – 14,000 (DOE) Live-in

Role overview:
The Field Guide is responsible for conducting guided safari activities and delivering informative wildlife experiences in accordance with reserve standards and safety protocols. The role includes ensuring guest safety, interpreting the natural environment, supporting conservation initiatives, maintaining guiding equipment and vehicles and assisting with general lodge operations as required. The Field Guide is expected to uphold professional hospitality standards while contributing to the overall guest experience and operational effectiveness of the reserve.

Key Responsibilities:

Guest Safari Experience
- Conduct guided game drives and bush activities in a safe and professional manner.
- Deliver informative and engaging wildlife interpretations to guests.
- Provide exceptional guest service and hospitality throughout safari experiences.
- Ensure guests enjoy a memorable, educational and authentic bush experience.
- Assist with guest hosting during lodge activities and special events.

Wildlife & Conservation Responsibilities
- Track and locate wildlife using bush knowledge and fieldcraft skills.
- Share knowledge on fauna, flora, ecology, conservation, and local ecosystems.
- Monitor animal movements and report unusual wildlife activity or incidents.
- Assist with reserve conservation initiatives and environmental management.
- Promote responsible and ethical wildlife viewing practices at all times.

Vehicle & Equipment Management
- Conduct daily inspections of safari vehicles and guiding equipment.
- Ensure game drive vehicles are clean, fueled, and properly maintained.
- Report mechanical or operational issues immediately.
- Ensure radios, and safety equipment are functional and compliant.

Guest Safety
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of guests during all guided activities.
- Adhere strictly to reserve safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments before and during activities where necessary.
- Respond appropriately during wildlife encounters and emergency situations.

Lodge & Operational Support
- Assist with general lodge operations when required.
- Coordinate with lodge management regarding guest schedules and activities.
- Support maintenance of roads, viewing points, and field infrastructure where necessary.
- Assist with transfers and other operational duties as required.

Administrative Duties
- Complete guiding reports, sighting records, and vehicle checklists accurately.
- Maintain accurate logs of fuel usage, mileage, and guest activities.
- Assist with photographic and marketing content when required.

Minimum Requirements:
- FGASA qualified and DEAT registered
- Valid PDP (Professional Driving Permit).
- Valid First Aid certification.
- Previous guiding experience within a private game reserve or safari lodge environment.
- Excellent knowledge of wildlife, ecology, and conservation principles.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and public holidays.
- Ability to work in remote bush environments.

Advantageous Qualifications:
- Trails Guide qualification.
- Rifle competency certification.
- Birding specialisation.
- Experience with luxury safari lodge operations.
- Photography or videography skills.

Key Competencies:
- Passion for wildlife and conservation.
- Professional and guest-focused approach.
- Strong storytelling and interpretation ability.
- Calm and confident under pressure.
- Excellent situational awareness.
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
- High level of personal presentation and discipline.

Additional information and key considerations:
- Standard roster is 3 weeks on/ 1 week off (alternative cycles may be considered for example a 6 weeks on/ 2 weeks off schedule).
- Employees will share a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house with a kitchen, lounge, and dining area.

If you are an individual who is committed to growing with the business while bringing the necessary skills, experience and professionalism to their role, please send your CV, contactable references, copies of qualifications, supporting documents and a head & shoulder photo to [email protected]

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