Senior Restaurant Manager; Restaurant Wine Estate Brackenfell

Senior Restaurant Manager (Restaurant I Wine Estate) - Stellenbosch / Brackenfell Job Summary

Restaurant at a Wine Estate in the Stellenbosch / Brackenfell area is looking for a Senior Restaurant Manager. This restaurant offers a farm-to-table dining experience. Rooted in sustainability, seasonality, and local sourcing, this role is ideal for an experienced manager who understands that exceptional hospitality begins with provenance, purpose and a story behind every plate. He/she will oversee all aspects of the restaurant’s front‑of‑house operations;

ensuring service excellence; championing locally driven culinary experiences and collaborating closely with chefs, farmers and artisans to bring the farm‑to‑table ethos to life.

• Manage daily operations of the estate’s flagship farm‑to‑table restaurant, ensuring smooth service and operational efficiency.
• Recruit, train, and mentor front‑of‑house staff to deliver warm, knowledgeable, and polished service.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, service etiquette, and guest interaction in line with luxury hospitality expectations.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure the story of each dish — its ingredients, origin, and preparation — is communicated with authenticity and enthusiasm by the service team.
• Align with the Estate’s commitment to sustainability by championing seasonal menus, ethical sourcing, and local supplier partnerships.
• Act as a liaison between the kitchen and farm teams, ensuring seamless coordination of produce, seasonal availability, and menu planning.

• Matric Certificate.
• Formal hospitality qualification.
• At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory/management role within a high‑end restaurant or 5
  * hotel restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Excellent knowledge of food and beverage service standards.
• Proficiency in using restaurant POS systems.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and good time management skills.