General Manager

Restaurant General Manager

Location:

Somerset West

Property Type:
Fine Dining Restaurant

Salary: R30,000 – R40,000 per month excl. incentives

Kendrick Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established fine dining restaurant in Somerset West for a skilled and hands-on Restaurant General Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional to lead a high-performing team, maintain world-class service standards, and oversee daily operations in a vibrant and award-winning environment.

The restaurant operates seven days a week, with lunch services daily and dinner services on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The venue accommodates 50 guests normally, and up to 100 for private functions, offering a modern, seasonal progressive set menu complemented by a vibrant beverage selection.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the restaurant team, ensuring motivation, discipline, and high performance

• Deliver and maintain world-class service standards across all guest interactions

• Be actively hands-on in the daily operations, supporting service and kitchen teams as required

• Oversee food and beverage quality, with strong knowledge of wine and modern cuisine

• Ensure compliance with HR and labour legislation

• Maintain accurate financial, administrative, and operational controls

• Monitor and manage budgets, costs, and revenue streams

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting and paperwork

• Support the planning and execution of functions and private events

• Uphold high standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability

Requirements

• Proven experience in a hospitality management or restaurant general management role

• Strong knowledge of fine dining service standards and modern culinary trends

• Hands-on approach with excellent leadership and team management skills

• Strong work ethic, discipline, and sense of urgency

• Competent in HR, labour law, and basic business practices

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills

• Passionate about guest experience, food, and wine

• Honest, with verifiable references

Personal Attributes

• Professional, approachable, and confident

• Motivated, proactive, and solutions-driven

• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards

• Detail-oriented and highly organised

• Present and engaged with both staff and guests

This position offers a competitive salary of R30,000 – R40,000 per month, excluding incentives, with the opportunity to lead a high-profile fine dining establishment in Somerset West.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to apply for this opportunity through Kendrick Recruitment.