Benefits: Live in, meals on duty, 6 weeks on 2 weeks off, medical aid and pension contribution Assistant Lodge Manager for exclusive 5 star luxury fine dining lodge on the Welgevonden Game Reserve - 5 years minimum experience in similar 5-star LODGE MANAGEMENT position - Matric - Good command of the English language - Proven skills&track record in Front of House&F&B management - Well-spoken and presentable - Be guest-centric ensuring great experiences - Innovative and creative - To drive hospitality at the Lodge to new levels - Must be experienced in managing, training, cost control and have strong administrative skills - Relationship building, with staff, guests, the community, the industry (agents and other lodges) - Strong leader who has overseen employees before - Formal hospitality degree/diploma preferable - Must be able to successfully manage the lodge in the absence of the Resident Lodge Manager, and assist in the day-to-day operations of the Lodge - Lateral thinking ability - Initiative - Must be able to cope under pressure to meet guests needs - Good interpersonal skills and communication with staff and guests - Attention to detail - Diligence and self-motivation to meet deadlines - Willingness/ability to share information and teach and inspire others - Computer and financial skill - Effective leadership&management skills - Plan and manage lodge operations effectively - Drive the broader goals of the group as required by Head Office - Knowledge of OPERA Systems or similar PMS system required - Knowledge of Game Reserve Operations required - Computer literate - Able to handle pressure&difficult situations if required - Able to multitask&deliver as required in accordance with company standards - Adherence to all company practices #J-18808-Ljbffr