Restaurant Manager (Breakfast Service)

SUMMARY:
Leading and managing all Food & Beverage operations across the breakfast restaurant

POSITION INFO:

Because every exceptional day begins with an exceptional breakfast experience.

At The President Hotel, breakfast is more than the first meal of the day, it's the first impression guests take with them. From warm welcomes and seamless service to beautifully presented dishes and genuine hospitality, every detail contributes to creating memorable guest experiences.

As we continue our journey toward luxury, we are looking for an energetic and experienced Restaurant Manager (Breakfast Service) to lead our morning restaurant operation with confidence, professionalism, and a passion for service excellence.

If you thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, enjoy leading high-performing teams, and understand that exceptional guest experiences begin with exceptional leadership, this role is for you.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric Certificate (Grade 12)

• Hospitality Management qualification (advantageous)

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Restaurant Manager or Outlet Manager within a luxury 4-star or 5-star hotel or upscale restaurant (essential)

• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

• Proficiency in Micros Simphony and Opera PMS

• Proven financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, and reporting

• Strong food and beverage knowledge and operational understanding

• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate a service-driven team

• Ability to perform under pressure while delivering exceptional guest experiences during busy breakfast service

• Professional grooming and presentation

• Ability to work weekends, public holidays, and operational shifts

• CV must be fully updated prior to submission

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and managing all Food & Beverage operations across the breakfast restaurant

• Delivering exceptional guest experiences through visible, hands-on leadership and genuine hospitality

• Managing reservations, seating, and service flow to ensure efficient and memorable breakfast service

• Coaching, developing, and motivating the front-of-house team to deliver consistently high service standards

• Managing staffing levels, shift scheduling, and daily operational planning

• Driving revenue, profitability, and operational efficiency through effective budgeting and cost control

• Managing stock levels, ordering processes, and supplier relationships

• Working closely with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership team to enhance food quality, presentation, and service delivery

• Monitoring operational standards, cleanliness, and compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations

• Handling guest feedback and resolving service concerns professionally and efficiently

• Supporting the continued growth of The President Hotel's journey toward luxury through service excellence

Why Join The President Hotel

• Be part of Cape Town's Most Loved Hotel

• Work in a high-volume, professional hotel environment

• Play a key role in our journey toward luxury

• Lead one of the hotel's most important guest experiences

• Work alongside passionate hospitality professionals committed to excellence

• Competitive salary, company contribution to medical and pension and great team culture