Restaurant Manager jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Spur CorporationGauteng
- 5+ years’ experience in restaurant, hospitality, retail, or franchised operations.
- The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimising the day-…
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- Farm Manager SAGauteng
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the restaurant/hospitality industry.
- Krugersdorp Area, Gauteng Province – South Africa: This charming 4-star boutique hotel,…
- KOLONAKIBryanston, Gauteng
- Proven management experience in a busy, upmarket restaurant.
- Manage daily restaurant operations and lead service from the floor.
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- Radisson Hotel GroupKempton Park, Gauteng 1619
- Radisson Hotel Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups with ten distinctive hotel brands, and more than 1,500 hotels in operation and under development…
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- The Capital Hotels and ApartmentsSandton, Gauteng 2196
- The Capital Hotels stands for equal opportunity while transforming the Hospitality Industry into a modern aspirational industry once again.
- The Capital Hotels and ApartmentsSandton, Gauteng 2196
- The Capital Hotels stands for equal opportunity while transforming the Hospitality Industry into a modern aspirational industry once again.
- Vivari Hotel & SpaJohannesburg, Gauteng
- Supervises daily Food and Beverage (F&B) shift operation and monitors compliance with all F&B policies, standards, and procedures.
- Olives & PlatesJohannesburg, Gauteng
- We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and results-driven Unit Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations at the Sandton unit.
- Start Date: 11 January 2027.
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- Ai-CHA FOOD LIMITEDJohannesburg, Gauteng
- Industry:* Food & Beverage | Retail | Franchise Operations.
- AI-CHA is a growing international food and beverage brand specializing in affordable, high-quality…
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- Tsebo GroupJohannesburg, Gauteng
- Tsebo is seeking an experienced Catering Manager to lead and manage catering operations.
- The successful candidate will ensure exceptional food quality, service…
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- 1ClickplacementsKempton Park, Gauteng
- Previous restaurant management or supervisory experience.
- Manage daily restaurant operations and maintain service standards.
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- Natric Motors-MintysRosebank, Gauteng
- Type:* Project basis (to go permanent).
- A well-established company is looking for a highly organised, reliable, and detail-oriented Senior Hospitality Manager…
HEAD OF SALES / SENIOR SALES MANAGER - B2B Food Service
Urgently hiringNewAims InternationalKempton Park, GautengOften responds in 1 day- A brand-new, purpose-built facility.
- An established, highly profitable organisation with a proudly South African legacy of 30+ years.
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- Country Club JohannesburgJohannesburg, Gauteng 2094
- This position will lead our food and beverage operations, including banqueting, with a focus on exceptional member and guest service, team development and…
- NH Johannesburg SandtonJohannesburg, Gauteng
- NH Hotels & Resorts is a globally recognised hospitality brand built on three pillars: value for money, prime locations, and service with a human touch.
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- Château GâteauxJohannesburg, Gauteng
- Exceptional cakes, Exceptional people, Exceptional experience!
- Château Gâteaux has been creating exceptional handcrafted quality cakes, pastries and treats…
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Job Post Details
Operations Manager
Job details
Full job description
Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Excellence
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Oversee daily operations across allocated restaurants or franchise units to ensure compliance with brand, operational, and food safety standards.
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Implement and monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs) to drive consistency and efficiency.
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Conduct regular store visits, audits, and performance reviews.
Financial & Performance Management
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Monitor key performance indicators including sales, cost of sales, labour, stock control, and profitability.
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Analyse financial reports and operational data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
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Support franchisees and managers with budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives.
People Management & Development
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Lead, coach, and support Restaurant General Managers and management teams.
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Ensure effective recruitment, onboarding, training, and succession planning.
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Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance.
Franchise & Stakeholder Management
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Act as the primary operational liaison between head office and franchisees.
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Provide guidance and support to franchisees while enforcing compliance with brand and operational standards.
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Address operational challenges, escalations, and non-compliance issues professionally and constructively.
Customer Experience & Brand Standards
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Ensure consistent delivery of customer service standards and brand values.
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Monitor customer feedback, complaints, and service metrics, implementing corrective actions where required.
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Drive initiatives that enhance customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.
Health, Safety & Compliance
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Ensure full compliance with health, safety, food hygiene, and labour legislation.
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Conduct risk assessments and ensure corrective actions are implemented timeously.
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Support audits and ensure readiness for inspections at all times.
Minimum RequirementsQualifications
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Diploma or Degree in Hospitality Management, Operations Management, Business Management, or a related field.
Experience
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5+ years’ experience in restaurant, hospitality, retail, or franchised operations.
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Proven experience managing multiple sites or large, high-volume operations.
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Experience working within strict brand and operational standards.
Skills & Competencies
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Strong operational and financial acumen
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Proven leadership and people management skills
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Ability to analyse data and drive performance improvement
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
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High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
Personal Attributes
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Results-driven and hands-on leadership style
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Customer-centric and brand-focused mindset
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Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
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Strong planning, organisational, and follow-up skills
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Operational compliance and audit scores
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Sales growth and profitability across assigned units
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Labour and cost control performance
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Customer satisfaction and service metrics
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Team retention, engagement, and development outcomes