Cape Town Region: General Manager – Luxury Restaurant – Cape Town | Lb posted by Kendrick Recruitment

General Manager – Luxury Restaurant Location: Cape Town Salary: R35,000 Negotiable DOE Property Type: Luxury, Smart-Casual Restaurant (90 Seats) Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced General Manager for a high-end, smart-casual restaurant in Cape Town. This role requires a polished hospitality professional with strong leadership abilities and a proven track record in managing premium dining venues. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth, efficient service • Maintain high standards of guest experience and service delivery • Lead, motivate, and manage the full front-of-house team • Implement and maintain operational systems and service procedures • Manage stock controls, ordering, budgeting, and cost efficiencies • Ensure brand standards are consistently upheld • Handle guest queries, feedback, and conflict resolution professionally • Support business development and contribute to growth strategies Requirements: • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a General Manager in a similar environment • Strong leadership and team-management skills • Proven track record of achieving operational excellence • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities • Strong understanding of smart-casual dining standards • Ability to multitask and work well under pressure • Solid administrative and financial acumen