Experienced GM required for game lodge in Mpumalanga QUALIFICATIONS:Hospitality Diploma or tertiary qualification in Hotel ManagementComputer Literate – Pastel / Micros / Opera property management system / Microsoft OfficeAn understanding of budget control and financial managementHR functions and implementationsExperience in managing a team effectivelyEnglish speaking, fluent in written and spoken EnglishDriver’s License essential KNOWLEDGE:Aspects of running Hotel or LodgeFinancial Management and cost controlsTreads within the Hotel and Lodge Industry for Food and BeverageRunning all operational aspects of the lodge in conjunction with HODHR aspects of running a hospitality sector operationOperational staffingTraining and mentoring of all HOD’sHealth and SafetyStock takes and overseeing month end operational stock countsHonest person with high sense of integrityExcellent organizational and administrative skillsHigh sense of ResponsibilityExcellent communicator and listenerHands-on-approachAble to anticipate the team’s needsSense of ownership and pride in workSensitive to and understanding, tolerant of cultural differencesMethodical work ethic with a high regard for attention to detailExcellent decision makerEmpathetic and compassionate personalitySelf-motivatedFlexible attitude and willing to take on tasks as necessaryRealistic expectations of bush lifeWell groomed and a good sense of personal hygieneA sense of fun and understanding of the hospitality way of doing thingsMicrosoft OfficePastelMicros POSOpera EXPERIENCE:Previous work experience of at least 2 years in a general management position within a hotel or lodge operationRelationship management with suppliers and tradeReservation and front office administrationWorking in a lodge environment previouslyRecruitment of StaffHR functions of the lodgeMaintain SOP’s throughout the lodge with your HOD’sWeekly and monthly report basis to Owners and DirectorsMarketing in conjunction with Group marketing teamSocial Media drivesEnsuring the the SOP are exceeded and maintained above set standards for the lodgeHealth and safetyVehicle schedules in conjunction with head rangerMonitoring and mentoring of all HOD to deliver the best standard to our guests REQUIREMENTS:South African CitizenFluent in English (read & write)Physically fit, sober habits and in good healthNeat & Presentable with a friendly personalityWell groomed and good personal hygieneStrong work ethic, ability to work unsupervised, work flexible hours and extended hours.Passionate about conservation in all aspects of wilderness areasGood interpersonal skillsHospitality skillsComputer Literate in Microsoft outlook and office, word, excel, Opera, PastelDeliver the highest service and quality of meals to all guests meeting their varied dietary requirements SKILLS& ABILITITIES:Service orientatedProblem solving skillsGood communication verbal and written skills with guests and inter departmental relationsGood hospitality skillsManagement and training of a passionate teamWork under pressureBring new ideas to the operation . Report to:Group Operations Director Responsible for Whom:All lodge departments and HOD’s