Senior Restaurant Manager

Stellenbosch - South Africa

Monthly Salary: ZAR 40000 - 45000

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Restaurant Manager Luxury Wine Farm

Location: Stellenbosch

Salary: R40000 R45000 CTC Negotiable DOE

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Restaurant Manager to join a luxury wine farm in Stellenbosch. This high-level role is responsible for leading the hotels Food & Beverage operations maximising performance and profitability while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Purpose:

Direct operations within the hotels Food & Beverage outlets to create a positive and productive work environment ensuring superior guest service and compliance with quality hygiene and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the hotel restaurant team with service excellence while maintaining operational standards and driving innovation.
Maintain overall responsibility for F&B service across restaurants bars and room service.
Oversee daily operations creating a proactive and engaging environment for team members.
Plan and execute concepts for group functions and special events maximising stock utilisation.
Conduct mid-month and monthly beverage stock counts.
Prepare and monitor annual Operating Capex and OE budgets ensuring cost control and efficiency.
Maximise revenue opportunities monitor cash flow and oversee stock credit and debtors management.
Apply consistent and effective performance management providing guidance feedback and fostering a culture of discipline.
Perform HR-related administration working closely with HR and other support functions to ensure compliance with procedures.
Champion staff training and development programmes to build high-performance teams.
Maintain positive working relationships with team members and other operational/support areas.

Knowledge Skills and Qualities:

Minimum 5 years experience in F&B operations in a supervisory role with at least 3 years at management level.
Degree/Diploma in Hospitality Management desirable.
WSET/CWA certification advantageous.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a hands-on management approach.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with flexibility for shifting dynamics.
Creative innovative thinker with a passion for inspiring teams and exceeding guest expectations.
Strong knowledge and passion for wines.
Competent in restaurant administration financial oversight and cost control.
Flexibility to work weekends public holidays and long hours as required.
Vibrant professional and service-orientated outlook.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have a strong background and focused experience in Food & Beverage operations rather than having rotated through multiple unrelated departments. A genuine passion for guest service and experience is essential along with the ability to lead and inspire a team while managing back-of-house operations with exceptional organisational skills. Candidates with prior experience in 5-star hotels luxury properties or premium game lodges will be considered provided they demonstrate excellence and attention to detail.

Key Requirements:

Proven track record in delivering high standards of service and operational efficiency in upscale restaurants.
Experience managing high-volume operations in fast-paced quality-driven settings.
Minimum of 6 years in a managerial role across at least two recognized high-end restaurants.
Strong operational oversight ideally managing multiple outlets including restaurants bars in-room dining and pool service.
Skilled in HR functions including recruitment training team development and employee relations.
Competent in inventory control stock takes and F&B cost management.
Highly structured with excellent planning scheduling and organisational skills.
Hands-on leadership approach proactive and energetic in operational management.
Meticulous attention to detail maintaining high standards of quality and consistency.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated and experienced hospitality professional to lead Food & Beverage operations at a luxury wine farm driving both operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences.

Required Skills:

experience

Senior Restaurant Manager Luxury Wine Farm Location: Stellenbosch Salary: R40000 R45000 CTC Negotiable DOEKendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Restaurant Manager to join a luxury wine farm in Stellenbosch. This high-level role is responsible for leading the hotels Foo...

Senior Restaurant Manager Luxury Wine Farm

Location: Stellenbosch

Salary: R40000 R45000 CTC Negotiable DOE

Purpose:

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the hotel restaurant team with service excellence while maintaining operational standards and driving innovation.
Maintain overall responsibility for F&B service across restaurants bars and room service.
Oversee daily operations creating a proactive and engaging environment for team members.
Plan and execute concepts for group functions and special events maximising stock utilisation.
Conduct mid-month and monthly beverage stock counts.
Prepare and monitor annual Operating Capex and OE budgets ensuring cost control and efficiency.
Maximise revenue opportunities monitor cash flow and oversee stock credit and debtors management.
Apply consistent and effective performance management providing guidance feedback and fostering a culture of discipline.
Perform HR-related administration working closely with HR and other support functions to ensure compliance with procedures.
Champion staff training and development programmes to build high-performance teams.
Maintain positive working relationships with team members and other operational/support areas.

Knowledge Skills and Qualities:

Minimum 5 years experience in F&B operations in a supervisory role with at least 3 years at management level.
Degree/Diploma in Hospitality Management desirable.
WSET/CWA certification advantageous.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a hands-on management approach.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with flexibility for shifting dynamics.
Creative innovative thinker with a passion for inspiring teams and exceeding guest expectations.
Strong knowledge and passion for wines.
Competent in restaurant administration financial oversight and cost control.
Flexibility to work weekends public holidays and long hours as required.
Vibrant professional and service-orientated outlook.

Ideal Candidate:

Key Requirements:

Proven track record in delivering high standards of service and operational efficiency in upscale restaurants.
Experience managing high-volume operations in fast-paced quality-driven settings.
Minimum of 6 years in a managerial role across at least two recognized high-end restaurants.
Strong operational oversight ideally managing multiple outlets including restaurants bars in-room dining and pool service.
Skilled in HR functions including recruitment training team development and employee relations.
Competent in inventory control stock takes and F&B cost management.
Highly structured with excellent planning scheduling and organisational skills.
Hands-on leadership approach proactive and energetic in operational management.
Meticulous attention to detail maintaining high standards of quality and consistency.

Required Skills:

experience

Company Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Key Skills

Culinary Experience
Restaurant Experience
Forecasting
Hospitality Experience
Guest Relations Experience
Management Experience
POS
Cost Control
Computer Literacy
Sanitation
P&L Management
Restaurant Management

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Kendrick Recruitment

Kendrick Recruitment (KR) specialises in finding top candidates for the Hospitality and Tourism Industries worldwide. We focus on providing a high level of personalised service tailored to each individual whether you are a client or candidate. We pride ourselves on listening and under ... View more

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