Work-Force
A Lodge Manager is needed in Virginia. The role focuses on consistent delivery, accurate work and clear communication across the Free State operation.
About the Opportunity
An experienced Lodge Manager is needed to support operations in Virginia. The role forms part of how the business keeps its hospitality jobs portfolio strong in Free State.
The successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Virginia team on trust, and the Lodge Manager role will feel that from week one.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the hospitality jobs group in Virginia.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Virginia teams, and the new Lodge Manager will feel that from the first week.
Why This Role
Equally, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this hospitality jobs role in Virginia; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Free State.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Equally, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Practically speaking, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
The Environment
Beyond that, the environment is service-led and people-centred. Expect varied hours, a high tempo during peaks, and a team culture built on hospitality and pride in the guest experience.
In addition, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Free State.
Crucially, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Virginia site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Diversity and Inclusion
Importantly, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Importantly, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Free State.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Virginia.
Working in Virginia
Virginia continues to grow as an employment hub in Free State, with within the Maluti-A-Phofung logistics node. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Virginia.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Virginia, Free State.
Many candidates already living within reach of Virginia cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.
Key Outputs
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and health regulations at all times
- Operate point-of-sale systems and reconcile end-of-shift takings
- Maintain the required hygiene and uniform standards in line with safety and service policy during all shifts
- Maintain cleanliness in front-of-house and back-of-house areas
- Respond promptly to guest requests, complaints and special needs
- Prepare and present food in line with kitchen recipes and standards
Minimum Requirements
- Computer literacy and experience with POS systems
- Sound knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles
- Awareness of tourism grading and quality expectations
- Contactable references may be requested during the hiring process
- Strong customer service orientation and warm guest interaction
- Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.