Senior restaurant Manager

The Legends Agency; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality establishment in the Winelands seeks a Senior Restaurant Manager to lead their teams in service excellence and operational consistency. The ideal candidate will offer visionary leadership, oversee daily operations, manage budgets, and develop high-performing teams while maintaining a passionate and service-oriented culture.

Benefits

Medical aid included

10% contribution to provident fund

Incentive bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Food & Beverage Operations, including 3 years in a senior role.
• Preferred degree/diploma in Hospitality Management.
• Financial acumen in budgeting and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership for restaurant, bar, and room service.
• Manage daily F&B operations, ensuring service excellence.
• Develop and manage budgets while monitoring costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People Development

Financial Acumen

Customer Service

Education

Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management

WSET Certification

Cape Wine Academy Certification

Job description

A distinguished and award-winning hospitality destination, nestled in the heart of the Winelands, is seeking a dynamic Senior Restaurant Manager to lead its Hotel Restaurant operations. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, this establishment offers a welcoming and purpose-driven culture where passion, service, and integrity are at the core of everything they do.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Provide visionary leadership for the Hotel Restaurant, Bar, and Room Service teams, ensuring service excellence and operational consistency.
• Oversee daily F&B operations, creating a positive and productive work environment.
• Drive innovation in menu concepts and execution for group functions and special events.
• Manage monthly beverage stock counts and ensure effective inventory control.
• Develop and manage Operating, Capex, and OE budgets; monitor cost controls and revenue streams.
• Oversee cash flow, stock, credit, and debtors management, taking proactive measures when necessary.
• Lead HR administration and performance management within the team, in collaboration with internal HR support.
• Champion training initiatives, staff coaching, and development programs to build high-performing teams.
• Foster strong cross-departmental collaboration and a disciplined, service-oriented culture.

Desired Experience & Qualification :

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Food & Beverage Operations, including at least 3 years in a senior management role.
• A degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management is preferred.
• Additional WSET or Cape Wine Academy certifications are advantageous.
• Proven track record of strong leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Financial acumen with experience in F&B budgeting, cost control, and stock management.
• A passion for hospitality, wine, and providing memorable guest experiences.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• South African citizenship or valid work authorization and a clean criminal record are required.

Package & Remuneration :

• Salary R46,000 (this is an all-inclusive package) includes medical aid and 10% contribution to the provident fund
• In terms of incentive, they have a bonus, not a 13th cheque.
• They are based in Lynedoch, Stellenbosch, and the Senior Restaurant Manager will be based at their Hotel Restaurant.

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