Camp Manager

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH002527/Lara

Date posted:

Friday, August 28, 2026

Location:

Bela Bela, South Africa

SUMMARY:
An exclusive-use luxury safari villa is seeking an experienced, mature CAMP MANAGER to take full operational ownership of this intimate property

POSITION INFO:
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on hosting discerning guests personally, from arrival through to departure, while confidently managing a small team across every department. The ideal candidate has led a similarly exclusive, high-end villa or lodge operation and is equally comfortable behind the scenes on admin and stock as they are at the table with guests.

Core Criteria:

5+ years' experience as a Camp Manager, Lodge Manager, Assistant General Manager or similar in a senior hospitality leadership role
Background in a luxury safari lodge, private villa or five-star hospitality environment is essential
Sound understanding of stock control, beverage management, curio/retail sales and basic financial administration
Experience overseeing housekeeping standards, room inspections and maintenance follow-through
Valid driver's licence and confident driving within a safari/lodge setting
Strong people-management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and hold a team accountable
Confident hosting high-end guests personally across meals, drinks, activities and special occasions
Strong administrative and reporting ability, with sound computer literacy
Mature, well-presented and professional, with a natural, anticipatory approach to guest care
Able to work independently, remain composed under pressure and take full ownership of the operation
Contactable references from at least three previous employers required

Core Responsibilities:

Take full ownership of the day-to-day running of the property
Personally oversee guest arrivals, meals, departures and special occasions
Lead, motivate and manage the on-site team, including daily briefings and performance oversight
Conduct daily inspections of guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces
Oversee food and beverage service standards, working closely with the kitchen and service teams
Manage stock control, ordering, stocktakes and beverage/retail sales, minimising wastage
Monitor and follow up on maintenance requirements with the relevant teams
Drive upselling across beverages, activities and curio/retail
Complete accurate daily, weekly and monthly operational reports
Ensure health, safety, hygiene and security standards are consistently upheld
Liaise with senior management on all operational requirements

On Offer:

Single live-in position, with accommodation and meals provided on the property
Compulsory provident fund contribution
7 consecutive days off per month
21 consecutive days annual leave per year

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