Junior Restaurant Manager - Constantia Kloof

Nando's; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the restaurant industry is looking for a Junior Restaurant Manager in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, manage staff, ensure compliance with standards, and assist in financial management. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of restaurant operations.

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.
• Valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial administration according to company policies.
• Monitor performance against daily targets.
• Assist with recruitment and training of new staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage a group of people

Excellent knowledge of restaurant operations

Education

Matric

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job title : Junior Restaurant Manager - Constantia Kloof

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : July 02, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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• At least 2-3 years restaurant management experience
• Experience in Microsoft office
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage a group of people
• Excellent knowledge of restaurant operations
• Preferred : Applicants who have more than 3 years restaurant management experience
• Preferred : Applicants who are in possession of a valid driver’s license and their own vehicle.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To ensure correct and effective financial administration according to Nando’s policies & procedures daily.
• To assist in controlling expenditure and in achieving expected gross profit margins (stock control, waste management, pilferage, etc)
• To assist in taking corrective actions necessary to improve business performance indicators (Sales : Year on Year &; Actual vs. Budget; Gross Profit; Ticket Average; Customer Count; Menu mix; Day parts; Complaints; Labour Turnover; Payroll vs. Turnover) daily.
• To monitor performance against set daily targets (Turnover, Ticket Average; Customer Count).

Operational Management

• To ensure efficient stock control management for the restaurant daily.
• To perform daily compliance checks with regards to Health & Safety, Repairs; Maintenance, Cleaning & Hygiene, and escalate any problems to the Restaurant Manager.
• To assist in developing the corrective action plan and facilitating actions necessary to improve internal and external audit results.
• To communicate and ensure compliance with the Nando’s operational standards and operating requirements.

People Management

• To assist in developing and monitoring rostering every week to ensure sufficient people capacity to meet the business requirements. To ensure adherence to opening and closing procedures.
• To assist with recruitment, induction and training of all new staff according to Nando’s policies and procedures to proactively meet the needs of the business.
• To complete and check the attendance register.
• To assist the Restaurant Manager in ensuring adherence to the disciplinary code.
• To escalate poor performance where necessary and provide continuous feedback to staff and Restaurant Manager.
• To assist in ensuring that all staff are signed off on the relevant training material and procedures on an ongoing basis.

Marketing Management

• To assist with communication and execution of all national, regional and local marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• To respond to customer complaints by Nando’s policies and procedures.
• To assist in developing the corrective action plan and facilitating actions necessary to improve the results of the mystery shopper report.
• To assist with the execution of the local marketing plan to promote sales and increase the customer base.
• To fulfil the responsibilities of the Restaurant Manager in his / her absence.