Assistant General Manager

Wild Dreams Hospitality; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality group in Gauteng seeks an Assistant Restaurant/General Manager to support the GM in overseeing all operational aspects of the restaurant. The ideal candidate will ensure efficiency by managing junior staff and employing strong leadership skills. Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years in a senior role at a premium restaurant and knowledge of financial management. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a senior role at a premium restaurant.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Solid understanding of financial management and budgeting.
• Proficiency in restaurant management software and POS systems.
• Solid understanding of financial management and budgeting.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Recruit, train, and supervise employees; foster a positive work environment.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to align on goals and performance.
• Implement restaurant training programs to maximize performance.
• Monitor budgets, costs, and analyze sales to meet revenue goals.
• Oversee financial procedures including stock levels and food costs.
• Conduct internal and external financial audits, manage taxation, cash flow, and financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Support the GM in overseeing all aspects of the restaurant's operations.
• Supervise and manage junior staff for operational efficiency.
• Monitor budgets and analyze sales data to meet revenue goals.
• Conduct staff meetings and implement training programs for performance growth.
• Manage taxation, cash flow, and financial reporting; ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Excellent communication

Proficiency in restaurant management software

Financial management

Ability to work under pressure

Staff training

Staff supervision

Working under pressure

Education

Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

Restaurant mgmt software & POS

Job description

With multiple locations across South Africa, it offers a unique blend of traditional flavors and modern culinary experiences. The Assistant Restaurant/General Manager will support the GM in overseeing all aspects of the restaurant's operations, ensuring efficiency and smooth functioning by supervising and managing junior staff.

Candidate Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3 years in a senior role at a premium restaurant.
• Must have a Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management or a related field preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in restaurant management software and POS systems.
• Solid understanding of financial management and budgeting.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Recruit, train, and supervise employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to ensure alignment on restaurant goals and performance.
• Implement restaurant training programs for all staff to enable them to maximize performance and realize their career potential.
• Monitor budgets, control costs, and analyze sales data to meet revenue goals.
• Oversee and manage all financial procedures of the restaurant, including stock levels and food costs.
• Conduct internal and external financial audits, manage taxation, cash flow, and financial reports.