Fast Food Manager

Kencorp; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A busy restaurant in Centurion is seeking a Front of House Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations and staff management. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of restaurant financials. This role offers a dynamic working environment with a competitive salary range of R12,000 to R15,000 per month.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a General Manager or in a senior leadership role in a high-volume restaurant.
• Deep understanding of restaurant financials, especially Gross Profit (GP), COGS, and inventory control.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the restaurant including dining, kitchen, and bar areas.
• Manage bookings, floor planning, and flow of service.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate staff.

Skills

Leadership and people management

Analytical skills

Organizational abilities

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of POS systems

Tools

Restaurant management software

Job description

Front of House Restaurant Manager - Centurion

Centurion, Gauteng

Summary: Front of House Restaurant Manager - Centurion

Job Description

Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

Salary: R12 000 – R15 000 per month

Position details: Busy restaurant in Irene Centurion is looking for a junior front of house manager with experience in a busy restaurant environment and extensive knowledge of restaurant floor management. The role requires 3+ years of management experience in sit-down restaurants, strong communications skills, and exceptional customer relations. References must be contactable. Experience with restaurant administration and cash-ups is required. Duties include staff management, stock control, opening and closing procedures. The candidate should work well in a front of house team, under pressure, and be ambitious, self-motivated, and energetic. 2 days off per week, 4x 12 hour shifts and 1x 8 hour shift.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operational Management: Oversee daily operations of the restaurant including dining, kitchen, and bar areas; ensure service and hygiene standards; manage bookings, floor planning, and flow of service; manage a team of 40+ employees across front and back of house; recruit, train, and evaluate staff; foster a positive culture focused on accountability and service excellence.
• GP/COGS & Inventory: Analyse GP on F&B, work with kitchen/procurement to manage COGS, enforce inventory controls, align menu pricing to targets, negotiate supplier terms, and report GP performance monthly.
• Process & SOPs: Develop, enforce, and audit SOPs to streamline service and kitchen processes, improve efficiency, and ensure profitability.
• Customer Service & Brand Standards: Maintain high guest satisfaction, handle feedback professionally, and uphold brand standards across touchpoints.

KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of experience as a General Manager or in a senior leadership role in a high-volume restaurant.
• Deep understanding of restaurant financials, especially Gross Profit (GP), COGS, and inventory control.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Knowledge of POS, inventory, and restaurant management software.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities; ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach.

Note: This description reflects commonly requested responsibilities and qualifications for a Front of House Restaurant Manager role in Centurion and may be used for evaluation purposes.

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