Assistant Restuarant Manager - Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha

KFC; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain is looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager in Gqeberha. This role involves assisting in managing restaurant operations to meet customer expectations and operational standards. Candidates should have supervisory experience in the QSR industry, strong leadership skills, and a passion for customer service. The position requires oversight of staff and training programs, along with compliance with safety and maintenance procedures. Competitive salary and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Prior supervisory experience in the QSR Industry.
• Minimum of 12 months in an SS Role.
• ARM Certified + Individual Development Plan (IDP) in place.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RGM in achieving CHAMPS Standards.
• Learn to manage shifts according to Company Policies.
• Allocate responsibilities and monitor performance.
• Ensure maintenance procedures are followed.

Skills

Supervisory skills

English Proficiency

Numeracy Proficiency

Computer Literacy

Passion for customer service

Education

Grade 12 NQF Level 4

Tertiary qualification related to hospitality

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Job title : Assistant Restuarant Manager - Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha

Job Location : Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth

Deadline : October 03, 2025

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the RGM in the achievement of CHAMPS Standards within the restaurant by ensuring that all employees are focused on exceeding customer expectations for Cleanliness, Hospitality, Accuracy, Maintenance, Product and Speed of Service.
• Learn to manage shifts in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures including directing the activities of employees in maximising sales, operating efficiency and profitability.
• Understand how to allocate responsibilities to each employee on shift and monitor performance accordingly
• Ensure that all employees follow correct maintenance procedures in accordance with the established maintenance roster and advise RGM of any repairs or maintenance required
• Learn about forecasting and scheduling of labour by shift and create a deployment plan to control labour costs and meet the needs of the business by utilising tools i.e. Macromatix.
• Support RGM to ensure that controls and procedures are implemented to protect the safety and security of employees, customers, property, and company funds / resources are protected by all employees.
• Report to the RGM any aspects of employee relations, customer service, health inspection issues that are likely to affect the operation of the restaurant.
• Assist the RGM to implement restaurant training programmes for staff to enable them to maximise performance and realise their career potential.
• Support and demonstrate our How We Win Together principles acting as a role model and providing leadership withHeart,SmartandCourage

Inherent Requirements for the Job

• Prior supervisory experience in the QSR Industry
• English Proficiency
• Numeracy Proficiency
• Computer Literacy – MS Office
• DC Leading a Restaurant (LAR) Certified
• Minimum of 12 months in an SS Role.
• ARM Certified + Individual Development Plan (IDP) in place
• Grade 12 NQF Level 4 and preferably a suitably related tertiary qualification
• A passion for product quality and the customer service experience, pride in the KFC Brand!
• Hospitality / Hotel / Restaurant jobs