South Africa: Senior Restaurant Manager – Stellenbosch / Brackenfell posted by Phoenix Recruitment

Restaurant at a Wine Estate in the Stellenbosch / Brackenfell area is looking for an Senior Restaurant Manager. This Restaurant offers a farm-to-table dining experience. Rooted in sustainability, seasonality, and local sourcing , this role is ideal for an experienced manager who understands that exceptional hospitality begins with provenance, purpose and a story behind every plate. He/she will oversee all aspects of the restaurant’s front-of-house operations , ensuring service excellence , championing locally driven culinary experiences and collaborating closely with chefs, farmers and artisans to bring the farm-to-table ethos to life. Duties: Leadership & Operations: Manage daily operations of the estate’s flagship farm-to-table restaurant, ensuring smooth service and operational efficiency. Recruit, train, and mentor front-of-house staff to deliver warm, knowledgeable, and polished service. Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, service etiquette, and guest interaction in line with luxury hospitality expectations. Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure the story of each dish — its ingredients, origin, and preparation — is communicated with authenticity and enthusiasm by the service team. Sustainability & Sourcing Integration: Align with the Estate’s commitment to sustainability by championing seasonal menus, ethical sourcing, and local supplier partnerships. Act as a liaison between the kitchen and farm teams, ensuring seamless coordination of produce, seasonal availability and menu planning. Requirements: Matric Certificate A formal hospitality qualification At least 3 years’ experience in a supervisory / management role within a high end restaurant or 5* Hotel restaurant or hospitality environment. Excellent knowledge of food and beverage service standards. Proficiency in using restaurant POS systems. Attention to detail Problem solving abilities Ability to work under pressure and good time management skills