Senior Restaurant Manager: Sophisticated Hospitality Destination (Stellenbosch Wine Route)

Saturday, 22 November, 2025
Zelda Oelofse-Cornthwaite     0823996381
Stellenbosch  

Our client is a world class destination Wine Farm, offering unique Winelands guest experiences. 

We have an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Senior Restaurant Manager with an unwavering passion for the hospitality industry. This is a Hotel based role – we are seeking candidates with luxury property experience, high-end hotel experience essential. 

FLAGSHIP 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.

The Restaurant Manager will report directly to the Food and Beverage Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Operations

  • 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.

Sustainability & Sourcing Integration

  • 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.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualities:

  • F&B / Hospitality Qualification essential
  • Minimum of 5 year’s experience in a Senior Management role
  • Strong ability to lead, manage and develop a team

 Email your updated CV, and Motivation  to Zelda: info@pmrecruitment.co.za

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Only candidates with relevant experience and requirements will be shortlisted and contacted.

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