Senior Restaurant Manager Hotel Food & Beverage Division
A distinguished and award-winning hospitality destination nestled in the heart of the Winelands is seeking a dynamic Senior Restaurant Manager to lead its Hotel Restaurant operations. With a commitment to excellence innovation and sustainability this establishment offers a welcoming and purpose-driven culture where passion service and integrity are at the core of everything they do.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide visionary leadership for the Hotel Restaurant Bar and Room Service teams ensuring service excellence and operational consistency.
- Oversee daily F&B operations creating a positive and productive work environment.
- Drive innovation in menu concepts and execution for group functions and special events.
- Manage monthly beverage stock counts and ensure effective inventory control.
- Develop and manage Operating Capex and OE budgets; monitor cost controls and revenue streams.
- Oversee cash flow stock credit and debtors management taking proactive measures when necessary.
- Lead HR administration and performance management within the team in collaboration with internal HR support.
- Champion training initiatives staff coaching and development programs to build high-performing teams.
- Foster strong cross-departmental collaboration and a disciplined service-oriented culture.
Desired Experience & Qualification:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Food & Beverage Operations including at least 3 years in a senior management role.
- A degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management is preferred.
- Additional WSET or Cape Wine Academy certifications are advantageous.
- Proven track record of strong leadership communication and people development skills.
- Financial acumen with experience in F&B budgeting cost control and stock management.
- A passion for hospitality wine and providing memorable guest experiences.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Flexibility to work shifts weekends and public holidays.
- South African citizenship or valid work authorization and a clean criminal record are required.
Package & Remuneration:
- Salary R46000 (this is an all-inclusive package) includes medical aid and 10% contribution to the provident fund
- In terms of incentive they have a bonus not a 13th cheque.
- They are based in Lynedoch Stellenbosch and the Senior Restaurant Manager will be based at their Hotel Restaurant.