Operations & Store Manager

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Job Description

Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Store Management

  • Open and close the store according to company procedures
  • Ensure the store is fully staffed, stocked, clean, and operational at all times
  • Oversee daily store performance and resolve operational issues quickly
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and customer service
Staff Management & Supervision
  • Manage a team of approximately 15 staff members across two shifts
  • Create and manage staff rosters
  • Supervise senior and junior staff on shift
  • Handle staff discipline, attendance, and performance issues
  • Train new staff and support ongoing development
  • Act as the first point of escalation for staff-related matters
Cash Handling & Sales Control
  • Act as senior cashier when required
  • Ensure accurate cash handling, cash-ups, and daily reconciliations
  • Monitor POS transactions, refunds, discounts, and voids
  • Report discrepancies immediately to management
  • Enforce strict cash control procedures
Administration & Reporting
  • Compile and submit daily and weekly reports to:
  • Procurement Officer (stock usage, shortages, requests)
  • Accountant / Finance (sales, cash-ups, expenses)
  • Maintain accurate records for:
  • Stock received
  • Stock usage
  • Staff attendance
  • Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly and on time
Stock & Procurement Support
  • Monitor stock levels daily
  • Submit clear and accurate stock requests to the Procurement Officer
  • Check deliveries against invoices
  • Report shortages, damages, or discrepancies immediately
Working Hours
  • 5 days per week
  • Shift-based:
  • 6 working days
  • 1 day off per week
  • One weekend off a month
  • Must be willing to work weekends, peak periods, and public holidays as required
Minimum Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Store Manager / Senior Supervisor
  • Proven experience in a takeaway, fast-food, or restaurant environment
  • Experience managing large teams and shift-based staff
  • Strong cash handling and admin skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Trustworthy, organised, and assertive
  • Good communication and basic computer literacy
Key Competencies
  • Leadership and accountability
  • Attention to detail
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Integrity and reliability
  • Hands-on problem solving
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1641174
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned