Front Office Manager

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB001554/DB

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Location:

Zululand , South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Luxury Lodge based in Zululand is looking for a Front Office Manager to oversee all guest reception, reservation management, and daily administrative operations.

You will act as the primary bridge between the lodge and the guest, managing everything from the initial welcome and room assignments to staff training and inventory.

POSITION INFO:
Duties: Cultivate relationships with guests, handles special requests, and resolves any complaints. Trains, schedules, and manages the front desk and concierge staff. Manages room inventory, reservations, and rates to maximize lodge occupancy. Oversees billing, cash-ups, switchboard operations, and daily reporting. Ensure smooth, efficient, and guest-focused Front Office operations at all times. Achieve budgeted room revenue and upsell targets for the Front Office in collaboration with Revenue and Sales. Maintain and improve guest satisfaction scores and online reputation related to Front Office service delivery. Ensure full compliance with policies, SOPs, brand standards, and applicable legislation (including health and safety, and fire regulations) within the Front Office. Lead, coach, and develop the Front Office team to achieve performance standards and career growth. Drive effective communication and coordination between Front Office and other departments Financial Management and Reporting, Systems, Controls and Compliance, Communication and Coordination Requirements: High school diploma A formal hospitality qualification At least 5 years of supervisory experience in a 5* hospitality environment, with formal management experience Proficiency in hotel Property Management Systems (PMS), such as Opera Cloud Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a positive, welcoming demeanour in fast-paced or remote environments.

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