Stewarding Operations Manager

Fancourt; George; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Fancourt is seeking a disciplined Stewarding Operations Manager to lead the Back of House team in our fast-paced hospitality environment. The role requires strong administration, the ability to work under pressure, and a hands-on approach to health and safety across all food and beverage areas.

Applicants should have Grade 12, at least two years of supervisory experience in F&B or stewarding, a valid driver’s licence, and relevant health & safety or chemical handling training.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 qualification.
• 2 years supervisory experience in F&B or stewarding environment.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Health & Safety or chemical handling training.
• Computer literacy is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain and improve health and safety conditions across food and beverage departments.
• Assist with health audits and compile action reports for all departments.
• Ensure cleaning equipment and chemicals are stocked and stored safely.
• Manage gas, wood/charcoal supply, pest control and function setup.
• Coordinate waste removal from satellite outlets and maintain cleanliness of staff facilities.
• Oversee back of house supervisors and manage staff performance, discipline and grievances.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Organisational skills

Pressure handling

Administration

Education

Grade 12

Tools

MS Office / Computer literacy

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Stewarding Operations Manager who is a disciplined & organised individual who has strong administration skills, and who can handle pressure by working in our fast paced Back of House Department.

The ideal candidate must have a minimum qualification of Grade 12; 2 years supervisory experience in a F&B or stewarding environment, a valid driver’s license, Health & Safety or Chemical handling training and must be computer literate.

Duties

• Assist the Executive Chef by monitoring, maintaining and improving health & safety conditions of all food and beverage departments;
• Assist with health audits and compile action reports for all departments;
• Ensure adequate levels of cleaning equipment and chemicals are on site and the safe storing thereof;
• Responsible for gas supply, wood & charcoal supply, pest control and function set-up;
• Coordinate the team in effectively removing waste from satellite outlets; staff bathroom facilities are clean, recycling and regular cleaning of refuse removal area;
• Oversee and manage back of house supervisors;
• Manage staff performance, discipline and grievances.

Adverse working conditions

• Must be prepared to work weekends & Public holidays;
• Must be able to work long and late hours on request;
• Must be prepared to work shifts.

Closing date

08 November 2026

PLEASE NOTE

The Company’s Employment Equity Plan will be taken into consideration with all appointments. Should you not be contacted within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.