Job Description

Closing Date: 2025-12-31
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Skilled
Experience: Between 3 - 5 Years
EE/AA: No
Summary
Restaurant & Events Manager - Popular Venue - Midrand
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Restaurant & Events Manager to join a dynamic and fast-paced venue in Randjesfontein, Midrand. This beautiful destination offers a versatile setting for both restaurant service and large-scale events, including a 150-seater restaurant and an outdoor event space accommodating up to 3000 guests.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on and organised individual with strong leadership skills, excellent client engagement abilities, and a solid background in restaurant operations and event coordination.
Description
Restaurant Operations

• Oversee the daily opening and closing of the restaurant
• Lead day-to-day front-of-house operations ensuring optimal service and efficiency
• Supervise and support waitstaff, bar operators, and cleaners
• Monitor customer satisfaction and address any complaints effectively
• Manage drink and restaurant consumables stock, including weekly purchasing and stock takes
• Oversee restaurant bookings, table allocation, and staff shift rosters
• Maintain high-level oversight of outsourced kitchen operations
• Submit shift sheets and reports to finance for payroll

Event Management

• Conduct venue tours for potential clients
• Manage event inquiries via phone, email, and WhatsApp
• Draft and send professional quotes for events
• Maintain and update the events booking calendar
• Oversee smooth execution of events on-site and liaise with clients

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience in restaurant management (event venue experience advantageous)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Professional, friendly, well-presented and able to engage with high-end clientele
• Fluent in English (Afrikaans-speaking also welcome)
• Confident working with computers, email and quotations
• Own reliable vehicle essential
• A proactive, solution-oriented, and service-driven personality

Working Hours:
Closed on Mondays
Tuesday to Thursday: 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM (approx.)
Friday to Sunday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM (approx.)
Extended hours are required during events
1 weekend off + 2 weekdays off per month in addition to Mondays
Apply now to be part of a growing, people-focused team delivering memorable dining and event experiences in a beautiful Midrand setting!

Skills Required