Restaurant Manager

Dream Resorts; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Restaurant Manager for its upscale location in Houghton, Johannesburg. This key leadership role involves managing all restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional service, maintaining high standards, and leading a vibrant team in a luxury setting. Ideal candidates will have experience in fine dining and the ability to inspire and develop staff while optimizing financial performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in restaurant management in a 5-star hotel.
• Proven experience in bar management with knowledge of whiskey and wines.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all restaurant and bar operations.
• Lead and train the restaurant team to deliver exceptional service.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer orientation

Leadership

Financial acumen

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Hospitality or F&B management qualification

Job description

Dream Hotels & Resorts lives by its 8 core values. Our team is dedicated to being reliable and accountable, fostering empathy to understand others' feelings and collaboratively find solutions, and prioritising sustainability in environmental, financial, and social aspects. Rooted in humanity, trust, dynamism, excellence, and joy , we celebrate diversity, prioritise integrity, embrace creativity, pursue quality, and foster a joyful work environment to connect people with our surroundings and each other. These play a part in our day-to-day decision making & operational requirements.

10 2nd Avenue Houghton Estate falls within Dream Hotels & Resorts, a mixed-use accommodation group working towards greater accountability and local impact. The vision is to co-create memorable travel experiences which connect people for a brighter future. Together our mission is to deliver dynamic and exceptional hospitality solutions in Africa that connect local and global travellers to our communities in a sustainable and relevant manner.

Dream Hotels & Resorts lives by its 8 core values. Our team is dedicated to being reliable and accountable, fostering empathy to understand others' feelings and collaboratively find solutions, and prioritising sustainability in environmental, financial, and social aspects. Rooted in humanity, trust, dynamism, excellence, and joy , we celebrate diversity, prioritise integrity, embrace creativity, pursue quality, and foster a joyful work environment to connect people with our surroundings and each other. These play a part in our day-to-day decision making & operational requirements.

Job Overview :

The Restaurant Manager at 10 2nd Avenue Houghton Estate is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring exceptional service standards in line with our 5-star expectations. As part of the Dream Hotels & Resorts collection, you’ll be leading a dynamic team within a vibrant hospitality brand that values service excellence, team development, and creating exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage and coordinate all restaurant and bar operations, ensuring seamless guest service at all times.
• Maintain and uphold the highest service and hospitality standards in line with the property’s 5-star positioning.
• Lead, train, and motivate the restaurant and bar team to deliver exceptional service consistently.
• Curate and manage the wine list and whiskey offerings, ensuring relevance, quality, and profitability.
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations to guests on wine and whiskey pairings.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, liquor licencing laws, and hygiene standards.
• Oversee inventory management, cost control, and supplier relationships for bar and restaurant stock.
• Address and resolve guest concerns and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Coordinate with kitchen, events, and front office teams to ensure alignment and smooth service delivery.
• Contribute to menu planning and beverage promotions in collaboration with the Executive Chef
• Prepare and present regular operational and financial reports to the General Manager.

Key Requirements :

• Matric (Grade 12) is essential; a hospitality or F&B management qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a restaurant or food & beverage management role within a 5-star hotel or luxury boutique setting.
• Proven bar management experience with strong whiskey knowledge and a deep appreciation of wines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer orientation.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team while maintaining a hands-on and service-focused approach.
• Strong financial acumen, particularly in relation to stock control and cost of sales.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

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Restaurant Manager • Houghton, Johannesburg Metro, South Africa