Boutique Restaurant & Bar Manager - Lead Operations

Kontak Recruitment; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality venue in Franschhoek is seeking a hands-on Restaurant and Bar Manager to lead daily operations and ensure excellent guest experiences. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in a similar role, strong financial acumen, and a passion for hospitality. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, managing costs, and maintaining service quality. This position requires working shifts and is ideal for someone based in the area or willing to relocate.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in a hospitality management role.
• Proven leadership experience in managing a team.
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant and bar operations.
• Lead and manage a team of approximately 14 staff.
• Manage budgets and costs effectively.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and handle complaints.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Restaurant and bar operations understanding

People management

Financial acumen

Strong organisational skills

Guest relations handling

Experience with booking systems

Passion for hospitality

Tools

DinePlan or similar booking systems

Job description

A hospitality venue in Franschhoek is seeking a hands-on Restaurant and Bar Manager to lead daily operations and ensure excellent guest experiences. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in a similar role, strong financial acumen, and a passion for hospitality. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, managing costs, and maintaining service quality. This position requires working shifts and is ideal for someone based in the area or willing to relocate.