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Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Lodge Manager in Kimberley, and we encourage applicants from across Northern Cape to consider this opportunity.
Overview
An experienced Lodge Manager is needed to support operations in Kimberley. The role forms part of how the business keeps its hospitality jobs portfolio strong in Northern Cape.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Lodge Manager taking on this position.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the hospitality jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Kimberley much easier.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Lodge Manager to step into the hospitality jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
About Kimberley
Beyond that, the role is based in Kimberley, close to the Sishen mining hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Kimberley and the broader Northern Cape region.
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 Kimberley.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Kimberley, Northern Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of Kimberley cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.
Why Join Us
Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Kimberley contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the hospitality jobs space in Northern Cape.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Kimberley teams.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Northern Cape.
Practically speaking, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Kimberley keep progressing.
A Typical Day
Your shift usually starts with a brief from the duty manager, a quick station check and a look at the day’s bookings or specials. As guests arrive, you slip into a steady rhythm — warm welcomes, accurate orders and seamless coordination with the kitchen and bar. Service peaks demand calm focus and tight teamwork, and quieter moments are spent resetting tables, polishing glassware or training a new starter. When the last guest leaves happy, you know you have delivered a memorable hospitality experience.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Kimberley.
Beyond that, the Kimberley office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
Equally, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Northern Cape operations throw up the unexpected.
Your Team
Practically speaking, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Kimberley office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Northern Cape operations get busy.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Beyond that, the team mix in Kimberley reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Career Growth
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The hospitality jobs space in Kimberley offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Northern Cape.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Kimberley team member.
Practically speaking, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Kimberley have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.
Daily Duties
- Train casual staff on service standards and SOPs
- Prepare and present food in line with kitchen recipes and standards
- Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages to standard
- Set up rooms, function venues and outlets ahead of guest arrivals
- Promote menu items, daily specials and loyalty programmes
- Coordinate with kitchen, housekeeping and front-office teams
- Maintain the required uniform and presentation standards during all shifts
- Maintain cleanliness in front-of-house and back-of-house areas
Who We’re Looking For
- Strong customer service orientation and warm guest interaction
- Computer literacy and experience with POS systems
- Team player who can work collaboratively across departments
- 1-3 years’ experience in a similar hospitality environment
- Relevant hospitality qualification or culinary diploma (advantageous)
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.