🍷 Restaurant Manager – Luxury Wine Estate – Stellenbosch 🍷
Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Salary: DOE (Dependent on Experience)
Kendrick Recruitment is on the lookout for an exceptional Restaurant Manager to join an iconic Luxury Wine Estate in Stellenbosch. This is your chance to work in a world-class establishment, delivering an unforgettable dining experience paired with award-winning wines. If you have a passion for fine dining, impeccable service, and managing a team with style, this role could be the perfect fit for you!
What You’ll Do:
Lead and Manage the Restaurant Team: Supervise, train, and motivate a team of front-of-house staff to ensure smooth daily operations and outstanding guest service.
Guest Relations: Provide a high-touch service experience for guests, ensuring their visit is nothing short of exceptional. Anticipate guest needs and exceed expectations.
Ensure Quality Standards: Oversee the quality of food and beverages, ensuring every dish is served at its finest and the wine list is perfectly paired with the menu.
Stock & Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels, manage orders, and ensure that the restaurant operates efficiently and cost-effectively.
Financial Management: Monitor budgets, financial targets, and restaurant performance, adjusting operations as needed to drive profitability.
Event Management: Oversee private events, functions, and tastings, ensuring everything runs seamlessly and delivers the ultimate luxury experience.
Work Closely with the Executive Chef and Winery: Collaborate with the kitchen and wine team to ensure harmonious service and enhance the overall dining experience.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Proven Restaurant Management experience in a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant, or wine estate.
Strong leadership and team management skills with experience in training and developing staff.
Immaculate guest service skills and an excellent ability to create memorable experiences.
Knowledge of wine pairings and an appreciation for high-quality cuisine.
Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure.
Financial acumen to monitor and improve operational budgets and performance.
Passionate about luxury hospitality and delivering world-class service.
What’s On Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience.
An opportunity to work at one of Stellenbosch’s most prestigious wine estates.
Be part of a team that creates exceptional experiences for local and international guests.
Career growth and potential to progress within a well-established and renowned brand.
If you’re a highly motivated individual with a passion for luxury hospitality and a proven track record in restaurant management, we want to hear from you!
To apply, send your CV and cover letter today!
