Restaurant General Manager

Belmond; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality company in Cape Town seeks a Restaurant General Manager to oversee operations of an upcoming signature restaurant. The role emphasizes leadership, financial acumen, and operational excellence. Ideal candidates must have over 8 years of experience in a luxury restaurant environment, setting up brands, and strong team-building skills. The position offers competitive salary and benefits in a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Loyalty and recognition rewards

Employee Assistance & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of restaurant general management in a luxury environment.
• Experience in setting up a signature restaurant/brand.
• Thorough knowledge of restaurant operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and provide strategic direction.
• Drive performance objectives including sales and guest satisfaction.
• Update and implement departmental Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Financial understanding

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Team building

Job description

As the Restaurant General Manager for our upcoming signature restaurant at Mount Nelson, you will be responsible for maintaining the restaurant’s revenue, profitability and excellence goals. To Ensure efficient restaurant operations, as well as maintain high production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards. Our new signature restaurant, offers an immersive marine dining experience, transporting guests into the mysterious beauty and biodiversity of the surrounding Two Oceans. Open 5 days a week, with set off days being Sunday and Monday, launching in Quarter 4 2025.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee the daily operations of the restaurant, coordinate daily Front of the House and Back of the House restaurant operations, as well as provide strategic direction.
• Be an effective member of the leadership team, driving and delivering on overall performance objectives, such as, but not limited to, sales and profit targets, EBITDA target, guest satisfaction target and employee satisfaction target.
• Responsible for updating and implementing departmental Standard Operating Procedures.

What You Bring:

• 8 years + experience in restaurant general management experience in a luxury environment or similar.
• Previous experience and exposure to setting up a signature restaurant/brand.
• Proven ability to effectively build and foster a team environment
• ·Knowledge on food costs, expense control and a good financial understanding required.
• Exceptional leadership abilities with great attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of general restaurant operations.

What We Offer:

At Mount Nelson, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

• Competitive basic salary and benefits
• Loyalty and recognition rewards programs
• Employee Assistance & Wellness programs

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.