Head of Training & Development - Restaurant Group

HotelJobs; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs is seeking a Head of Training / Group Training Manager for a Restaurant Group located in Cape Town or Gauteng, South Africa. The role focuses on facilitating training classes, developing annual training plans, and coordinating store opening and induction programs to ensure consistent brand systems and compliance.

The candidate will manage Workplace Skills Plan submissions, track training targets, and oversee external sponsorship reporting to optimize learning outcomes across the group.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in training facilitation and program development.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple training initiatives effectively.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate various training classes (practical and theoretical) and create course materials.
• Develop an annual training planner and track training progress for effective reporting.
• Coordinate new store opening training, including brand-specific and management training on company systems.
• Conduct monthly company induction programs for new employees.
• Manage yearly Workplace Skills Plan submissions and track targets.
• Oversee external training sponsorship, ensuring compliance and effective reporting.

Skills

Training facilitation

Program development

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multiple initiatives management

Job description

HotelJobs is seeking a Head of Training / Group Training Manager for a Restaurant Group located in Cape Town or Gauteng, South Africa. The role focuses on facilitating training classes, developing annual training plans, and coordinating store opening and induction programs to ensure consistent brand systems and compliance.

The candidate will manage Workplace Skills Plan submissions, track training targets, and oversee external sponsorship reporting to optimize learning outcomes across the group.