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Restaurant Manager

Newmark Hotels
Full-time
On-site
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Advert Summary

To lead and manage the restaurant operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences, seamless service delivery, and alignment with the hotel’s brand, culture, and food & beverage offerings. The Restaurant Manager plays a critical role in team leadership, operational excellence, financial oversight, and fostering a high-performance, guest-centric environment.



Minimum Requirements
  • Operational Expertise: Deep understanding of restaurant systems, daily operations, and service delivery.
  • Wine Knowledge: Strong knowledge of wine varieties, food pairings, service standards, and cellar practices.
  • Leadership & Team Development: Ability to lead, coach, and inspire a team to perform at their best.
  • Communication Skills: Clear, assertive, and respectful communicator, especially in performance management.
  • Systems Proficiency: Skilled in Micros Symphony, Dineplan, timekeeping, and stock management platforms.
  • Financial Acumen: Experience with budgeting, expense tracking, and cost control.
  • Planning & Organization: Strong organizational skills with a meticulous eye for detail.
  • Guest Focused: Passionate about creating exceptional guest dining experiences.
  • Professionalism: Highly responsible, reliable, and aligned with brand etiquette and culture.
  • 3–5 years’ experience in a similar leadership role within a high-end or boutique hospitality environment.
  • Formal training or certification in hospitality management or a related field (preferred).
  • Wine service or sommelier training (advantageous).