Assistant Resident Manager

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH002730/ML

Date posted:

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Location:

Waterberg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A luxury safari lodge in the Waterberg region of Limpopo is seeking an experienced ASSISTANT RESIDENT MANAGER to support the Resident Manager and keep a five-star operation running at its best

POSITION INFO:
The ideal candidate is a hands-on junior manager with a front office and F&B background in luxury lodges. They can run the property in the Resident Manager’s absence and lead the team with confidence.

Core Criteria:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar management role within a five-star lodge
Proven Front Office Management experience, with a strong track record in front-of-house administration and F&B management
Able to manage the lodge in the absence of the Resident Manager and assist with day-to-day operations
Knowledge of game reserve operations
Working knowledge of NEBULA and OPERA, or a similar PMS/POS system
Experience in staff management, training and cost control, with strong administrative and financial skills
Matric essential; a formal hospitality degree or diploma is preferable
Valid RSA ID and a valid driver’s licence (own vehicle recommended)
Strong leadership ability, with a record of leading, training and motivating a team
Excellent English, well-spoken and presentable
Guest-centric, with the ability to build relationships with guests, staff, agents, other lodges and the local community
Creative, lateral thinker with initiative, who stays composed under pressure
Attention to detail, self-motivation and the discipline to meet deadlines
Available for face-to-face interviews

Core Responsibilities:

Manage the lodge in the Resident Manager’s absence
Support the Resident Manager with the day-to-day running of the operation
Oversee front office, front of house administration and F&B service
Plan and manage lodge operations effectively and in line with company standards
Lead, train and motivate the team
Control costs and manage administrative and financial processes
Drive the lodge’s quality plan and implement all required standards
Deliver memorable, guest-centred experiences
Build and maintain relationships with guests, agents, neighbouring lodges and the community
Work with Head Office to drive the broader goals of the group

On Offer:

Live-in position, with meals provided while on duty
5% provident fund (compulsory, forms part of the CTC package)
Optional individual medical aid with a 50% company contribution (forms part of the CTC package)
Junior management level within an established luxury lodge group
Please note: this is not a pet-friendly environment

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