Job description
Lodge Manager | Luxury Lodge | Kenya Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Lodge Manager for a luxury lodge in Kenya. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional with exceptional leadership skills and a flair for creating unforgettable guest experiences in a luxury safari setting.
Location: Kenya Property Type: Luxury Lodge Salary: USD3,000 – USD3,500 nett per month (DOE) Position: Live-in The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the lodge while ensuring exceptional service standards and creating authentic, memorable experiences for every guest.
This role is ideally suited to a hands-on manager who understands that luxury hospitality is about more than accommodation—it is about crafting meaningful moments, from personalised guest interactions to unforgettable evenings around the campfire.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the daily operations of the lodge across all departments Deliver exceptional guest experiences from arrival through to departure Lead, mentor and motivate the lodge team to maintain the highest service standards Create unique and memorable guest experiences that reflect the property's identity Host guests and build genuine relationships throughout their stay Coordinate special experiences, including campfire evenings, bush dining and other personalised activities Ensure food, beverage and housekeeping standards consistently exceed expectations Manage staff schedules, operational logistics and departmental performance Monitor budgets, stock control and operational costs Work closely with guiding and hospitality teams to ensure seamless guest experiences Maintain health, safety and operational standards at all times Requirements Previous experience as a Lodge Manager within a luxury safari lodge is essential Strong leadership and people management skills Passion for delivering exceptional guest service and personalised hospitality Hands-on management style with excellent operational knowledge Strong communication and organisational abilities Financial and administrative management experience Ability to remain calm under pressure and solve problems effectively Experience working in remote lodge environments Passion for creating authentic safari experiences and memorable guest interactions This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Lodge Manager who thrives on delivering world-class hospitality and understands the importance of creating meaningful experiences that guests will remember long after they leave, from warm campfire gatherings to personalised service throughout their stay.