<p>? Assistant Restaurant & Events Manager Luxury Wine Estate ?</p><p>? Stellenbosch, Western Cape | ? R12,000 R14,000</p><p>Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a passionate Assistant Restaurant & Events Manager to join a stunning luxury wine estate in Stellenbosch. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional with a flair for both restaurant operations and event management, ensuring seamless service and unforgettable guest experiences.</p><p>? What youll be doing:</p><p>? Restaurant Operations</p><p>Assist in managing daily service & FOH operations</p><p>Train, schedule & support restaurant staff</p><p>Uphold 5-star guest service standards & handle feedback with professionalism</p><p>Manage stock, inventory & POS systems with accuracy</p><p>Work with the kitchen & bar teams to ensure flawless service delivery</p><p>Drive sales through upselling, specials & promotions</p><p>? Events Management</p><p>Plan & execute events from enquiry to completion (birthdays, showers, teas & more)</p><p>Prepare quotes, manage bookings & liaise directly with clients</p><p>Conduct site inspections & ensure venues are event-ready</p><p>Collaborate with service & kitchen teams for smooth delivery</p><p>Develop event packages & promotions to grow business</p><p>Build strong supplier & client relationships</p><p>? What youll need:</p><p>Previous experience in restaurant and/or event management within luxury hospitality</p><p>Strong organisational & administrative skills</p><p>Financial acumen & stock management experience</p><p>Excellent communication & interpersonal skills</p><p>Proactive, detail-oriented & able to thrive under pressure</p><p>Flexibility to work evenings, weekends & public holidays</p><p>? Who you are:</p><p>A vibrant, hands-on leader with a passion for service excellence. You thrive in both the buzz of a busy restaurant and the creativity of event planning, ensuring every guest leaves with a lasting memory.</p>