Senior Fine-Dining Manager - Service, Profit, Bonus

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a senior Restaurant Manager to lead all front-of-house operations for a renowned fine-dining establishment. You will drive exceptional guest experiences, oversee a dedicated team, and protect the restaurant's high standards of service, quality, and profitability.

The role demands at least 5 years in upscale restaurant management, strong P&L and budgeting skills, and a passion for hospitality, wine, and service etiquette.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of restaurant management experience in fine dining.
• Experience with managing P&L, budgeting and cost control.
• Strong leadership, team management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food and beverage trends and wine pairings.
• Experience with POS systems and basic accounting.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations.
• Passion for hospitality and customer service.
• Randburg or Gauteng area experience preferred.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage all front-of-house operations and guest experiences.
• Lead, train, motivate, and manage the restaurant team.
• Oversee inventory management and cost control.
• Develop and implement service standards.
• Manage budget, P&L, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with Head Chef on menu development.
• Handle guest inquiries and complaints promptly.
• Schedule staff to meet needs and control labor costs.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate terms.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Budgeting

Communication

Restaurant operations

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a senior Restaurant Manager to lead all front-of-house operations for a renowned fine-dining establishment. You will drive exceptional guest experiences, oversee a dedicated team, and protect the restaurant's high standards of service, quality, and profitability.

The role demands at least 5 years in upscale restaurant management, strong P&L and budgeting skills, and a passion for hospitality, wine, and service etiquette.