Restaurant Manager - Luxury Hotel - Franschhoek

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a renowned luxury hotel collection in Franschhoek celebrated for its refined dining experiences and world-class hospitality. We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Restaurant Manager to lead the restaurant team and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a fine dining environment.

• Supervise daily restaurant operations, ensuring all service standards are consistently met.
• Oversee opening, closing, and shift procedures, maintaining seamless service flow.
• Manage reservations, guest seating, and special requests to enhance guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and Management to update menus, wine lists, and service offerings.
• Train, motivate, and support staff performance and development.
• Handle stock control, budgeting, and reporting on revenue and expenditure.
• Coordinate with departments for functions, events, and private dining experiences.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and service protocols.

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a fine dining or 5-star hospitality setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in POS systems and sound understanding of food and beverage operations.
• Matric certificate required; a wine course or related qualification is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and ability to perform under pressure.
• Preference will be given to candidates residing in or near Franschhoek.