Stellenbosch: Restaurant Manager posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager for a luxury, family-friendly restaurant located in the heart of Stellenbosch. This beautiful property also includes an event venue, offering a dynamic environment with both daily restaurant operations and function coordination.

The restaurant operates for breakfast, lunch, and two dinner services per week, requiring a manager who can run the operation consistently and confidently on a day-to-day basis.

Requirements:

• Previous management experience in a restaurant or luxury dining environment

• Strong wine knowledge, ideally with a background in Stellenbosch or similar wine regions

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills

• Ability to manage a small team of 46 waiters

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to maintain high service standards

• Comfortable overseeing both restaurant service and venue/event coordination

• Hands-on, proactive, and committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences

• Able to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily restaurant operations with consistency and professionalism

• Maintain high levels of service, guest satisfaction, and overall dining experience

• Oversee and support a small front-of-house team

• Conduct wine service, recommendations, and uphold cellar standards

• Handle administrative duties such as rostering, stock control, cash-ups, and reporting

• Coordinate with the venue team for events and functions held on the property

• Ensure smooth, efficient breakfast, lunch, and limited dinner services