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.