General Manager | Durban | Upmarket Restaurant

Recruit for Africa PTY Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An upmarket restaurant in Durban is looking for a General Manager to lead daily operations and enhance guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have 5–8+ years in dining operations and at least 3 years in a senior management role. Key responsibilities include P&L oversight, team development, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Benefits include a starting salary of ZAR 35000 and performance incentives.

Benefits

Salary starting from ZAR 35000

Meal on duty

Cell phone allowance

Transport stipend

Performance incentives

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years in premium or lifestyle dining operations.
• Minimum 3 years as a GM or senior manager of a 150+ cover restaurant.
• Proven financial acumen and team leadership capability.

Responsibilities

• Full P&L oversight including revenue, costs, labour %, and profitability.
• Leadership and development of FOH and BOH teams.
• Uphold guest experience standards and deliver VIP service.
• Ensure compliance with OHS, liquor licensing, and food safety regulations.
• Manage cash handling, stock control, and reporting accuracy.
• Collaborate with Head Office on marketing activations.

Skills

Leadership and team development

Financial acumen

Guest experience standards

Compliance knowledge

Job description

General Manager | Durban | Upmarket Restaurant

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced GENERAL MANAGER to lead the daily operations, guest experience, revenue growth, and team culture of a premium lifestyle restaurant concept. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to a strategic operator with a passion for hospitality excellence and team development.

INTERVIEWS DURING NOVEMBER – DECEMBER

START DATE – JANUARY 2026

Purpose of the Role

To drive operational excellence, elevate guest experience, and foster a high‑performance culture across both FOH and BOH teams. The GM will work closely with Head Office to activate brand collaborations, events, and marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Full P&L oversight including revenue, costs, labour %, and profitability
• Leadership and development of FOH and BOH teams: recruitment, training, and performance management
• Uphold guest experience standards and deliver VIP service
• Ensure compliance with OHS, liquor licensing, and food safety regulations
• Manage cash handling, stock control, and reporting accuracy
• Collaborate with Head Office on marketing activations and event partnerships

Experience Required

• 5–8+ years in premium or lifestyle dining operations
• Minimum 3 years as a GM or senior manager of a 150+ cover restaurant
• Proven financial acumen and team leadership capability

Benefits

• Salary starting from ZAR 35000, highly negotiable for the right candidate
• Meal on duty and uniform provided
• Cell phone allowance
• Transport stipend for late finishes
• Performance incentives commence after a 3-month probation period

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We appreciate all applications. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment, within 10 working days of the application.