Back of House Anchor

Job Description

Back of House Anchor – Luxury Safari Lodge (Kruger National Park)

Salary : R20,000 (Depending on Experience) | Live-In Position

Kendrick Recruitment is now seeking a Back of House Anchor for a luxury safari lodge located in the iconic Kruger National Park. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with a strong financial and administrative background in the hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities :

Finance & Administration :

Manage the lodge’s financial, reception, and administrative office

Process and verify all supplier invoices

Summarize weekly expenditures and conduct finance meetings related to budget planning

Assist with supplier queries and once-off payments

Analyze actual vs. budget YTD figures, investigate ledger variances, and prepare accurate forecast reports

Manage petty cash and foreign exchange floats, ensuring correct allocation and accurate recordkeeping

Ensure all revenue is correctly recorded and collected

Complete revenue and occupancy spreadsheets

Prepare and submit financial and operational reports

Coordinate CAPEX requests and ensure compliance with internal procedures

Reception & Guest Services Support :

Oversee the reception team and back-office operations including switchboard, radio communication, and daily admin

Liaise with head office regarding guest details and queries

Accurately communicate guest info to relevant lodge departments

Maintain and manage reception systems, including Property Management Systems (PMS) and daily banking

Monitor and follow up on maintenance issues reported through reception

Distribute permits and stamps where necessary

Support the General Manager and manage lodge IT systems

General Administrative & Support Functions :

Assist with First Aid administrative duties

Oversee staff uniform management

Provide ad-hoc support to the people team and community development projects

Participate in wellness and sustainability (One Planet) initiatives

Skills & Experience Required :

Previous experience in a similar hospitality-based role

Financial qualification required

Experience with Springer Miller or other PMS systems is advantageous

Strong administration and organizational skills

Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word

Excellent communication, telephone, and email etiquette

Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure

Proactive approach with strong decision-making capabilities

Reliable, discreet, and honest

High attention to detail and strong accountability

Interest in development and training of staff

Passion for hospitality, wellness, and sustainability

First Aid certification (training provided if needed)

Must have a valid working visa or be a South African citizen

This is a rewarding opportunity for a skilled administrator with financial acumen who is passionate about the safari lodge industry. If this sounds like the next step in your career, send your CV to Kendrick Recruitment today to apply.

Requirements

experience