Restaurant Manager (Breakfast & Lunch)

SUMMARY:
Job Title: Restaurant Manager (Breakfast & Lunch)
Location: Bantry Bay, Cape Town

Hospitality Hire is recruiting for an experienced Restaurant Manager on behalf of a leading 4-star hotel in Bantry Bay, Cape Town.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and hands-on hospitality professional to lead one of the hotel's busiest outlets, overseeing both the breakfast and lunch operations. We are looking for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences while leading, developing, and motivating a large Food & Beverage team.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Hospitality Management qualification advantageous
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Restaurant Manager or Outlet Manager within a busy 4 or 5-star hotel or high-volume restaurant
• Proven experience managing high-volume breakfast and lunch services
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Experience with Micros Simphony and Opera PMS
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, stock control, labour management and cost control
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Guest-focused with a passion for service excellence
• Ability to work flexible shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Valid South African ID or valid work permit

• Lead and manage all breakfast and lunch restaurant operations, ensuring seamless, efficient service
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences through visible floor leadership and proactive guest engagement
• Manage, coach and develop the restaurant team to achieve high service standards
• Ensure staffing levels are appropriate for high-volume service periods
• Drive food and beverage sales while maintaining excellent service standards
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to ensure efficient service and guest satisfaction
• Monitor stock levels, control costs and minimise wastage
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
• Oversee daily cash-ups, reporting and operational administration
• Maintain exceptional presentation, cleanliness and operational standards throughout the restaurant