Stellenbosch: Hotel Senior Restaurant Manager – Stellenbosch Wine Route posted by Pick Me Recruitment Ltd

HOTEL SENIOR RESTAURANT MANAGER · Stellenbosch Wine Route Overview: We have a unique opportunity for a Seasoned and Dynamic Hotel Senior Restaurant Manager to spearhead the daily operations of an upmarket Hotel Restaurant situated on an iconic Wine Estate in Stellenbosch region. The ideal individual brings a strong background and focused experience in Food & Beverage Operations within 5-star or luxury properties, with strong leadership capabilities, and operational excellence, a genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in an upmarket dining environment. Must have the ability to lead and inspire a team while maintaining exceptional organizational skills in managing back-of-house responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: · Lead the Hotel Restaurant team with service excellence, maintaining operational standards whilst looking for innovation. · Maintain overall responsibility for F&B service in the hotel restaurant, bars and room service. · Oversee daily operations, providing a proactive work environment to team members. · Create concepts, plan execution and ensure stock is maximized for group functions/special events. · Ensure the smooth running of Mid-month and Monthly beverage stock counts. · Prepare and monitor annual Operating, Capex & OE budgets, costs, control systems and procedures. · Maximise business opportunities in revenue, cost of sales and other expenses in line with budget. · Monitor and control cash flow, stock control, credit control and debtors management checklist and taking appropriate/remedial action as required. · Ensure consistent and effective performance management is applied to all, giving guidance and feedback as appropriate and establish a culture of discipline. · Perform HR related administration and ensure that it is kept up to date and reporting submitted on time. · Work closely with HR and other support functions to ensure systems and procedures adhered to as required. · Champion training programmes and development of staff to build high performance teams and conduct regular coaching and feedback. · Maintain effective and positive working relationships with team members and other operational/support areas. Knowledge / Skills & Qualities: · 5 years’ experience in Food & Beverage Operations in a supervisory role, with a · minimum of three years at management level. · Degree/Diploma in Hospitality Management desirable. · WSET/CWA certification advantageous. · Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a hands-on management approach. · Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, with the flexibility to adapt to shifting dynamics. · A creative and innovative thinker, willing and able to inspire teams with a desire to exceed guest expectations at all times. · Passion and knowledge for wines. · Exposure and understanding of restaurant administration and financials. · Able to work flexible hours, weekends, and public holidays. · A vibrant and responsible approach with a cheerful and service-orientated outlook. Candidates must have valid South African identification and a clear criminal record. Remuneration Package: Highly competitive salary / Based on Experience Only candidates with the relevant experience and qualification will be shortlisted and contacted. Zelda Oelofse-Cornthwaite PICK ME RECRUITMENT Apply Below