Senior Front of House Leader – Luxury Fine Dining

Lumina Personnel; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumina Personnel in Johannesburg’s Northern Suburbs is seeking a Senior Front House Floor Manager for a premier fine dining restaurant. You will lead the front-of-house team, oversee hiring, training and scheduling while upholding exceptional guest experiences in a luxury setting.

Responsibilities include managing reservations, service flow, events, budgeting and compliance with health and safety standards, with a strong emphasis on etiquette and guest relations in a high-end environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business administration, or a related field (preferred).
• 5-7+ years of front-of-house management experience, including 2-3 years in a senior role at a high-end restaurant or luxury setting.
• Proficiency in restaurant management software and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the front-of-house team, overseeing hiring, training, and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to service standards and fine dining etiquette while enhancing guest experiences.
• Manage reservations, seating arrangements, and service flow with strong organizational skills.
• Handle guest complaints professionally, maintaining exceptional communication and interpersonal relations.
• Coordinate special events and private dining experiences with attention to detail and planning skills.
• Monitor financial performance, including budgeting and revenue tracking, while controlling expenses.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in front-of-house operations.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Team management

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business administration, or related field

Tools

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

Lumina Personnel in Johannesburg’s Northern Suburbs is seeking a Senior Front House Floor Manager for a premier fine dining restaurant. You will lead the front-of-house team, oversee hiring, training and scheduling while upholding exceptional guest experiences in a luxury setting.

Responsibilities include managing reservations, service flow, events, budgeting and compliance with health and safety standards, with a strong emphasis on etiquette and guest relations in a high-end environment.