Luxury Lodge Manager (Namibia)

NAMIBIAM RESIDENTS ONLY - NO WORK VISA FOR THIS POSITION

Remote lodge in Namibia, requires general lodge manager to oversee both front of house and back of house, operations, including maintenance.

Proven track record of at least 5 years in a similar position essential with contactable references.

FRONT OF HOUSE

• Service orientated ensuring excellence in both the product and the guest experience – the guest always comes first
• Attention to detail in respect of service and overall presentation of lodge experience and assets
• Strong leadership and management skills to coordinate and direct the lodge staff
• Strong organizational skills to ensure all policies and procedures are strictly adhered to and enforced
• Comprehensive knowledge of HR and Labour Law practices and the ability to resolve potential employees’ dispute and carry out disciplinary procedures where necessary
• Overseeing of daily, weekly and monthly lodge administration and stock controls and reporting to Head Office at month end

BACK OF HOUSE

• Responsible for maintenance and repairs of all assets including buildings, vehicles, sewerage system, borehole and solar installation, roads maintenance etc.
• Ability to coordinate all daily logistics and plan ahead to ensure smooth running of all operations including direct procurement with suppliers
• Sound preventative maintenance skills and ability to proactively identify new maintenance projects and action plans accordingly
• Good knowledge of sustainability concepts and eco-friendly practices to be enforced
• Position requires ability to drive 4x4 in sandy and rocky terrains
• Driver’s license, PDP and Tax Identification Number are compulsory
• Solid track record with contactable references
• Fluency in German and/or French an advantage
• Flexible and adaptable to deal with any unforeseen circumstances in a very remote location
• The candidate must be willing to work flexible and long hours according to operational requirements.
• Remuneration will be market related

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