Junior Restaurant Manager - Richards Bay

Nando's; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Richards Bay is seeking a Junior Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with standards and effective financial management. The ideal candidate should have at least 2-3 years of experience in restaurant management, possess strong communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This role includes team management, financial oversight, and marketing support.

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and effective financial administration according to company policies.
• Manage stock control daily.
• Support recruitment, induction, and ongoing training of staff.

Skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage a team

Education

Matric

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Junior Restaurant Manager - Richards Bay

Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Richards Bay

Application Deadline: September 06, 2025

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• At least 2-3 years of restaurant management experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations
• Preferred: More than 3 years of restaurant management experience
• Preferred: Valid driver’s license and own vehicle

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Ensure accurate and effective financial administration according to Nando’s policies daily
• Assist in controlling expenditure and achieving gross profit margins (stock control, waste management, pilferage, etc.)
• Help implement corrective actions to improve business performance indicators (Sales, Gross Profit, Customer Count, etc.)
• Monitor performance against daily targets (Turnover, Ticket Average, Customer Count)

Operational Management

• Manage stock control daily
• Perform daily health & safety, maintenance, cleaning, and hygiene checks, escalating issues as needed
• Assist in developing corrective action plans for audit improvements
• Ensure compliance with Nando’s operational standards

People Management

• Assist in weekly staff rostering and adherence to procedures
• Support recruitment, induction, and ongoing training of staff
• Manage attendance records
• Assist in disciplinary processes and performance feedback
• Ensure staff are trained and compliant with procedures

Marketing Management

• Support communication and execution of marketing campaigns
• Handle customer complaints per policies
• Assist in improving mystery shopper scores
• Help implement local marketing initiatives
• Cover Restaurant Manager duties in their absence