Assistant Restaurant General Manager

HotelJobs; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-out accommodation

Job summary

HotelJobs in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced Assistant Restaurant General Manager to lead from the floor, develop a capable team and deliver polished guest experiences. You will support the General Manager in daily operations, ensure service excellence, and help manage costs and staff performance.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in an upmarket restaurant, is fluent in Afrikaans, and communicates confidently in English with guests.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience in an upmarket restaurant environment is required.
• Fluency in spoken Afrikaans is essential.
• Strong English communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with guests are important.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the restaurant.
• Lead restaurant operations during assigned shifts and maintain a visible floor presence.
• Ensure guests receive attentive, professional and efficient service throughout their dining experience.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, cash-ups and daily operational checks.
• Coordinate front-of-house service and promote effective communication between service and kitchen teams.
• Supervise; motivate and guide employees to maintain consistent performance and service standards.
• Assist with staff scheduling, shift planning, attendance monitoring and operational coverage.
• Conduct pre-shift briefings and communicate menu changes, reservations and service priorities.
• Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally, resolving concerns promptly and appropriately.
• Monitor table flow, reservations and seating arrangements during busy service periods.
• Support stock counts, ordering, receiving and the control of restaurant operating supplies.
• Monitor wastage, expenses and operational costs to support profitability.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, food safety and workplace hygiene.
• Assist with employee training, performance feedback and the implementation of restaurant procedures.
• Ensure company policies and service standards are consistently followed.
• The position requires flexibility to work restaurant shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Customer service

Afrikaans fluency

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Job description

Hospitality and Outdoor - New Vacancy - Assistant Restaurant General Manager

Upmarket Restaurant - Stellenbosch - Western Cape

An established upmarket restaurant in Stellenbosch is looking for a confident and service-driven Assistant Restaurant General Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced restaurant professional who enjoys leading from the floor, developing a strong team and delivering polished guest experiences. The successful candidate will support the General Manager with daily operations while maintaining high standards across service, staff performance and cost control.

Job Description & Requirements:

• Support the General Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the restaurant.
• Lead restaurant operations during assigned shifts and maintain a visible floor presence.
• Ensure guests receive attentive, professional and efficient service throughout their dining experience.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, cash-ups and daily operational checks.
• Coordinate front-of-house service and promote effective communication between service and kitchen teams.
• Supervise; motivate and guide employees to maintain consistent performance and service standards.
• Assist with staff scheduling, shift planning, attendance monitoring and operational coverage.
• Conduct pre-shift briefings and communicate menu changes, reservations and service priorities.
• Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally, resolving concerns promptly and appropriately.
• Monitor table flow, reservations and seating arrangements during busy service periods.
• Support stock counts, ordering, receiving and the control of restaurant operating supplies.
• Monitor wastage, expenses and operational costs to support profitability.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, food safety and workplace hygiene.
• Assist with employee training, performance feedback and the implementation of restaurant procedures.
• Ensure company policies and service standards are consistently followed.
• Previous supervisory or management experience in an upmarket restaurant environment is required.
• Fluency in spoken Afrikaans is essential.
• Strong English communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with guests are important.
• Wine knowledge and experience working in the Winelands restaurant environment would be advantageous.
• The ideal candidate will be organised, hands-on and comfortable working under pressure.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and interpersonal skills are required.
• The position requires flexibility to work restaurant shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Package

• Salary: R25 000 - R30 000 DOE
• Accommodation: Live-out