Restaurant General Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Health insurance

Career growth opportunities

Dining discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Restaurant General Manager to lead daily operations at a popular Bloemfontein dining venue. You will oversee service quality, staff performance, and financial results, ensuring memorable guest experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, impeccable people management, inventory control, and budgeting acumen, with flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays. You will drive profitability while upholding high standards of food quality and hygiene.

Qualifications

• Experience as Restaurant Manager or General Manager in a high-volume setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with inventory control, P&L management and budgeting.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring efficiency and exceptional guest service.
• Manage staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Control inventory, manage food and beverage costs, and ensure profitability.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Manage the restaurant's budget, track financial performance, and implement cost-control measures.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Hiring

Training

P&L management

Budgeting

Inventory control

Guest service

Operations

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate Restaurant General Manager to lead operations at a popular dining establishment in Bloemfontein . This role is central to ensuring exceptional dining experiences, maintaining high standards of service, and driving the financial success of the restaurant. You will manage all aspects of the business, from staff supervision and customer relations to inventory management and financial performance, contributing significantly to the vibrant culinary scene in the Free State. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring dedication and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily restaurant operations, ensuring efficiency and exceptional guest service.
• Manage staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management, fostering a positive team culture.
• Control inventory, manage food and beverage costs, and ensure profitability.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and encourage repeat business.
• Manage the restaurant's budget, track financial performance, and implement cost-control measures.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or General Manager in a similar high-volume establishment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house management.
• Experience with inventory control, P&L management, and budgeting.
• Passion for food, service, and creating memorable dining experiences.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in the Bloemfontein area.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Health insurance and other employee benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development within the company.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment focused on culinary excellence.
• Dining discounts and other perks associated with the restaurant.