Operations Manager (hospitality)

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house coordination.
  • Ensure high standards of food quality, service delivery, and customer experience.
  • Manage, train, motivate, and schedule restaurant staff.
  • Monitor staff performance and handle disciplinary matters in line with company policy.
  • Control stock levels, manage suppliers, conduct stock takes, and minimise waste.
  • Manage operational costs, including food, beverage, and labour costs.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and food safety regulations.
  • Handle customer feedback, complaints, and service recovery professionally.
  • Maintain restaurant cleanliness, presentation, and brand standards.
  • Prepare basic operational reports and support management with performance insights.
Minimum Requirements
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a restaurant management or senior supervisory role.
  • Strong understanding of restaurant operations, service flow, and customer service standards.
  • Proven people management and leadership skills.
  • Experience with stock control, cost management, and supplier coordination.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
  • Reliable transport.
Key Competencies
  • Hands-on leadership and team motivation
  • Strong operational and organisational skills
  • Customer-focused approach
  • Problem-solving and decision-making ability
  • Attention to detail and cost awareness
  • Ability to perform under pressure
Working Hours
Shift-based, including weekends and public holidays.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1643262
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned