Port Elizabeth: Senior Restaurant Manager posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Senior Restaurant Manager | Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Salary: R20,000 R24,000 (Negotiable, Depending on Experience)

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Senior Restaurant Manager to join a well-established and fast-growing restaurant group based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and service-driven professional with a strong operational background and a passion for hospitality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily front-of-house and back-of-house restaurant operations

• Manage and lead a team of staff, including recruitment, training, and performance monitoring

• Ensure exceptional customer service and guest satisfaction

• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene

• Handle staff scheduling, labour cost control, and general HR-related duties

• Assist with budgeting, cost control, stock management, and supplier relations

• Monitor and ensure compliance with health and safety, and liquor licensing regulations

• Handle customer complaints and ensure swift and professional resolution

• Drive marketing initiatives and contribute to promotions and events planning

• Ensure all operational procedures are followed and improved where necessary

Requirements:

• Minimum of 35 years experience in a similar role within a high-volume restaurant environment

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Excellent communication and customer service abilities

• Solid understanding of restaurant operations, including stock control and cost management

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively

• Proficient in point-of-sale systems and general computer literacy

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required

This role is ideally suited to a motivated and hands-on professional ready to take on a leadership position within a dynamic and growing hospitality group.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your CV to apply.