Restaurant General Manager - Cape Town Award-Winning French Bistro & Bar

Described by food critics and journalists as an upscale, whimsical French restaurant and bar, this award-winning Eat Out Destination in Cape Town offers contemporary French style bistro cuisine with classic dishes dominating the menu. The elegant and quirky décor also adds to the romantic, playful, and intimate vibe

ProStaffSelect are in search of a highly polished, organised and experienced RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER to handle daily operations, oversee staff, control and monitor business performance and financial profitability. An individual who manages a business “as if it’s their own”. A really rare quality these days

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2 - 5 years senior management experience within Top Rated Restaurants, 5* Hotels & Wine Estates.
• Strong leadership, financial literacy, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Highly proficient in Point of Sale and Back of House software as well as Excel, Word and Office.
• Proven success and abilities in planning, organising and staff management.
• Passion for FOOD and knowledge of WINES, Artisan COFFEE and 5* service standards.
• Experience in procurement / sourcing and hiring of staff and equipment.
• Excellent people skills, resourceful thinker & innovative worker.
• Accomplished in controlling profitability, beverage stocks, wastage & overall staff performance

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operations: Oversee daily FOH and BOH service flow, maintain safety standards, and enforce health regulations.
• Staff Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor employees to build a positive culture and reduce turnover.
• Financial Control: Manage the operating budget, monitor labor and food costs, and review profit and loss (P&L) statements.
• Guest Relations: Monitor service quality, engage with diners, and resolve complaints quickly.
• Inventory: Oversee stock levels, place orders with suppliers, and minimize kitchen waste.
• Compliance & Safety: Enforcing health codes, labor laws, and safety regulations.
• Strategic Bridge: Acting as the main link between business owners, corporate leadership, and frontline staff

MORE INFO:

• Permanent appointment / with career advancement within the holding company.
• We require candidates who are HIGHLY ORGANIZED, DRIVEN and MOTIVATED.
• Bubbly and outgoing personality.
• Able to deal with the head chef and kitchen team and liaise with all staff.
• Effective in overseeing ordering, menu suggestions, coordinating of small group functions and daily communication with various suppliers, wine makers, industry partners etc.