Description:
Busy game lodge in the Greater Kruger area is looking for a professional manageress or manager. Candidates must have at least 3 years previous working experience in lodge management. Formally qualified candidates will be given preference. Must be reliable, honest, loyal, hands-on and hardworking all rounder. Interacting well with guests and staff alike is essential. Ability to work under pressure. Candidates should be people´s persons and pay extreme attention to detail. No heavy drinkers or smokers.
Skills/Requirements:
The candidate will be responsible for the management of the day to day operations of the small but busy lodge.
Requirements: - Must have Grade 12 with a formal Hospitality degree/diploma - Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position at a 3/4 star lodge with a passion for the industry - Must be a team player with strong leadership and organizational skills - Great people skills – hosting and interaction with both local and international guests. - Must have strong Front of House, Housekeeping and Food and Beverage experience - Setting up weekly menus according to season - Cost sensitive Food and Beverage orders and weekly shopping - Regular stock control (daily bar stock) - Supervising preparation, presentation and serving of meals - Supervising rooms & laundry and managing housekeeping stock - System and finance control - Monthly work rooster control - Training of staff & control of their work performance - Supervising of garden maintenance, pool, chalet surroundings, boma, lounge and other guest areas - Maintenance & building skills would be a big advantage - Excellent English literacy (preferably German or French understanding) - Supervising Reservations and handling Reservations & Enquiries when secretary is off - Previous experience with formal hotel systems would be an advantage (Opera, Fidelio etc.) - Fully computer literate - Implementing new procedures - Must be able to work under pressure, must be hands-on and willing to work long hours - Must have an eye for detail - Regular reporting to owners - Drivers licence (PDP is an advantage) - Ability to conduct game walks (no Big 5) is an advantage but not a must - No heavy drinker & smoker
Please provide a picture and reference letters with your CV.
· Reference: LS-63194-1003
· Salary: negotiable
· Country: South Africa
· Province: Limpopo
· Date Posted: 10 Jun 2013
· Employer type: Game Farm & Lodge
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