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Relief Manager – Simbambili Game Lodge

Job Description

About this role

Simbambili Game Lodge is seeking a Relief Manager, who will work with the Lodge Managers in running daily lodge operations, and ensuring our guests have a world-class safari experience.

Responsibilities

What you will do

  • Assisting the Lodge Manager with daily lodge operations, ensuring consistent 5* procedures and standards are followed
  • Anchoring the lodge when the Lodge Manager is off duty
  • Guest relations including (but not limited to) hosting, handling guest requests, special arrangements, etc.
  • Performing daily lodge administrative duties
  • Performing daily and month-end finance related duties
  • Leading and supporting team members across departments, including (but not limited to) allocating duties, training, etc.
  • Ad hoc duties as required
Requirements & Qualifications

What we are looking for

  • Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in a senior guest facing role, in a high-end lodge environment (preferably 5* safari lodge)
  • Relevant hospitality related qualification
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Clear Criminal Record

Technical Skills:

  • Computer literate
  • Basic accounting, bookkeeping, and finance systems experience
  • Reservation systems experience

Soft Skills:

  • Guest-centric
  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork

Note: we will consider a couple, including Relief Manager and Field Guide

Who we are

Why Thornybush?

At Thornybush, you’ll find your people – purpose-driven, passionate, and wild at heart.

We reserve the right to pause or stop recruiting at any stage.

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Vacancy Title

Relief Manager – Simbambili Game Lodge

Application Reference

Relief Manager

Employment Type

Permanent, Onsite

Remuneration

Market Related Salary, Provident Fund Contribution & Medical Aid

Location

Simbambili Game Lodge (Sabi Sand Nature Reserve)
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