Front Office Manager, Hoedspruit

Front Office Manager Luxury Bush Lodge&Residential Estate Environment | Hoedspruit Region | Limpopo An exceptional opportunity exists for a professional, organised, and guest-focused Front Office Manager to join a highly regarded luxury hospitality and wildlife estate environment situated within a prestigious private game reserve in the Hoedspruit area.

This role is ideally suited to a mature, responsible, and self-motivated hospitality professional who thrives within a remote bush setting and who possesses a genuine passion for wildlife, conservation, hospitality excellence, and community-focused service delivery.

The successful candidate will play a key operational and administrative role within the property, ensuring efficient front office operations, seamless member and guest communication, strong administration controls, and exceptional service standards across the estate environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all front office and reception operations

Operate and oversee the switchboard and communication systems

Handle booking requests and member correspondence professionally and efficiently

Manage shop sales, point-of-sale administration, and daily reconciliations

Coordinate stock control, inventory management, orders, and purchasing

Perform various administrative duties including invoicing, reporting, and general office administration

Maintain accurate records and financial administration processes

Assist in maintaining smooth operational coordination across departments

Deputise for the Housekeeping Manager when required

Deliver exceptional service standards to members, guests, and residents

Support the overall operational and hospitality objectives of the reserve environment

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience within hospitality, front office, lodge, estate, or guest services management

Strong administrative and organisational abilities

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Proficiency in Pastel Accounting including Point-of-Sale systems

Strong MS Office skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Fluent in both Afrikaans and English

Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills

Ability to work independently and responsibly within a remote bush environment

Passion for wildlife, conservation, and hospitality

Valid driver’s license

Valid First Aid Certificate advantageous

Personal Attributes The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Professionalism and maturity

Strong work ethic and reliability

Calm and solution-oriented approach

High levels of integrity and accountability

Excellent guest and member interaction skills

Ability to multitask effectively under pressure

A hands-on and proactive operational style

Package&Additional Information

Competitive remuneration package

Single accommodation provided (unfurnished)

Provident fund contribution

Medical aid contribution

Opportunity to work within an exceptional wildlife and conservation environment

Please note:

This role is best suited to candidates comfortable living independently in a remote bush environment

Unfortunately, the position is not suitable for candidates with pets or children residing on site

Applications are invited from suitably qualified South African candidates currently residing in or willing to relocate to the Hoedspruit / Greater Kruger region.

Apply: Butch Mollett Email:

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