Assistant Restaurant Manager

Ejobdesign; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Cape Town is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to enhance guest experiences and manage restaurant operations. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in a busy, upscale environment, holds a Matric Certificate and relevant qualifications, and demonstrates strong leadership and financial management skills. The role entails managing staff, maintaining service standards, and meeting operational profitability targets.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement funding

Disability funding

Wellness activities

Internal growth programs

Qualifications

• Completion of Cape Wine Academy, WSET or Cocktail Bar courses.
• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Flexibility to work shifts across multiple outlets.

Responsibilities

• Delight guests with innovative products and outstanding service.
• Drive sales targets and manage costs effectively.
• Lead and inspire teams to deliver world-class service.

Skills

Team leadership

Personnel management

Financial management

Excellent communication

Food and beverage knowledge

Education

Matric Certificate

Qualification from recognized institution

Tools

Micros/Speed Point machine

MS Office

Job description

At The Vineyard Hotel, we are more than a hospitality team.

Every staff member plays a crucial role in creating an exceptional guest experience and our commitment to staff well-being is reflected in on-demand healthcare, wellness activities, assistance with essentials and healthy meals.

Internal growth programs, traineeships, study loans and professional coaching for managers are available, and the package includes comprehensive benefits such as medical aid, retirement and disability funding.

We value respect, care and growth through social and environmental responsibility.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Cape Town | On-site

Responsibilities

Delight guests with trendsetting and innovative products and outstanding service experiences, achieving operational profitability by driving sales targets and managing costs, and contributing to the planning of the food and beverage menu offerings and promotions.

Set and maintain food and beverage service standards and conduct regular guest service, menu, sales, and standards training with staff so that they can offer world‑class service to our guests.

Lead and inspire teams, fostering teamwork, encouraging personal accountability, and promoting staff engagement and retention.

Oversee a wide range of responsibilities: manage staff processes such as personal presentation, recruitment, performance, and conduct; oversee the daily restaurant operations, including bookings, stock ordering and control, restaurant preparation, cleaning and hygiene protocols, service, and cash ups.

Qualifications

Matric Certificate and a qualification from a recognised South African or International educational institution.

Completion of Cape Wine Academy, WSET or Cocktail Bar courses.

At least 3 years' experience in a similar role in a busy, up‑market restaurant with a background in using technology including micros / speed point machine and MS.

Track record of leading and managing large teams.

Flexibility to work shifts across multiple outlets, fulfil F&B duty management shifts, and own transport.

Excellent communication skills, extensive knowledge of food and beverages, including cocktails, wines, and spirits, and a thorough understanding of hotels, competitors, and the city.

Strong team leadership and management abilities, financial management expertise, and proven selling skills; ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Human Resources Services

To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the instructions.

Closing date: 15 November

We are an equal opportunity employer.