Management Couple | Chobe National Park | Luxury Lodges

Management Couple | Chobe National Park | Luxury Lodges
We are looking for experienced MANAGEMENT COUPLE (Maintenance and Lodge Management) to join the team of two luxury lodges located in Chobe National Park in Botswana. These appointments require each individual to have set skills or qualifications in different areas. One partner will be responsible for maintenance duties (Building, solar, boreholes, etc) and vehicles, ensuring guide training, while the other partner takes charge of housekeeping, stock control, the kitchen, and finances – thereby effectively covering all bases.
Must be willing to work independently at either lodge, when required and used to working in remote areas.
Key functions:

Lodge Operations

Systems upgrade and implementation where needed

Cost control & stock control

asset management

maintenance – preventative and needed

staff training where required

team building & creating sense of unity

to take on responsibility for the overall management of all operational, maintenance and admin of two lodges

To ensure guests & owner expectations are exceeded, teams are trained and developed and management of company assets.

Requirements:

Strong Leadership qualities and excellent communication skills that fit within the company ethos – firm but fair and respectful to all staff, LEAD BY EXAMPLE

Ability to perform duties with results and accountability.

Ability to deal with difficult situations, challenging guests, staffing issue and problem solve

Forecasting & planning staffing to meet occupancies, off day rotations and communication to be done with HR Department & Owners as required

Strong administration and record keeping

Excellent knowledge and experience in management of utilities and maintenance, etc. issues, especially in solar, boreholes, vehicles, and generators.

Experience of compiling budgets (where needed) and using financial and statistical information to guide the team and drive the business

Understands cultural issues involved and the requirements for a happy team

Staff – strong knowledge of labour laws and implementation of rules and regulations, job descriptions, training & mentoring, skills development & productivity in staff and positive work environment for all concerned – managing teams (both Lodges) through regular meetings, objective setting, appraisals, and regular feedback – this to be done in conjunction with our HR Department

Asset management and maintenance, setting up of systems specifically for the improvement of asset management.

SOP Manual Preparing & Implementing Standard operating procedures & system controls in all areas of management of the two properties.

Attention to detail / High level of observations skills

Good all-round experience of Food & Beverage service, Front of house, housekeeping, etc.

Strong IT experience – MS Office suite as well as additional knowledge of ResRequest (Property Side is Highly beneficial)

Preparing and sending of weekly / monthly reports to head office

Good command of English

Very good fitness level – there is a lot of walking involved on uneven surfaces

Start: ASAP, subject to visa
Qualification and Experience Requirements:

Certificates / Diplomas in the Hospitality Management or Technical

Experience in managing lodges as a couple

Solid experience with contactable references

Package:

Salary will be discussed with the shortlisted candidates

Accommodation and meals provided

Working cycle 3 months on 28 days off

Regrettably, no children and no pets allowed

Visa and joining flight to Botswana (or petrol paid if using own vehicle)

13th Cheque upon completion of each year with excellent performance review

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We appreciate all applications. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment, within 10 working days of the application.
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Job ID
351715
Job Title
Management Couple | Chobe National Park | Luxury Lodges
Employer Type
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Job Type
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FT/PT
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Province
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Town/City
Chobe National Park, Botswana
Salary Type
Monthly
Salary
To be discussed with shortlisted candidates
Start Date
ASAP

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