General Manager

Kendrick Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury restaurant group in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee three well-established restaurant outlets, with a fourth opening soon. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background and proven managerial skills in a high-volume hospitality environment. Responsibilities include maintaining operational consistency, leading teams, and prioritizing guest service. This role offers a competitive salary of R40,000 per month, with a focus on discipline and structure in dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Ideally a Head Chef seeking a transition into management.
• Experience in a high-volume or high-standards hospitality environment.
• Strong organisational skills and hygiene discipline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee three restaurant outlets and ensure operational consistency.
• Plan ahead effectively and solve problems proactively.
• Lead and motivate teams to maintain high standards of service.

Skills

Strong culinary background

Proven managerial experience

Excellent administrative abilities

Strong communication skills

Solid stock control knowledge

Guest-service focus

Job description

General Manager Luxury Restaurant Group Stellenbosch

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and highly organised General Manager to oversee three well-established restaurant outlets with a fourth opening in the Northern Suburbs early next year.

The existing outlets are located in Stellenbosch, the V&A Waterfront and Sea Point.

This role offers a salary of R40000 per month excluding incentives depending on experience.

The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background and the leadership ability to ensure operational consistency across multiple sites.

Key Requirements

• Strong culinary background; ideally a Head Chef seeking a transition into management
• Proven managerial experience within a high-volume or high-standards hospitality environment
• Excellent administrative abilities with strong organisational skills
• High level of hygiene discipline
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage, lead and motivate teams
• Ability to plan ahead effectively and solve problems proactively
• Solid stock control knowledge and systems understanding
• Valid driving licence (manual)
• Ability to cook confidently; the menu is simple but requires precision
• Strong guest-service focus with commitment to delivering consistent quality

About the Operation

• The menu is small, stable, and intentionally unchanging.
• The business prioritises consistency over creativity.
• Success in this role requires discipline, structure and strong operational oversight.

Candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to submit their CV.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full Time

Monthly Salary: 40000 - 40000

Vacancy: 1