Restaurant Manager Premium Dining
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Job Description
Senior Restaurant Manager Premium Dining
- Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape
This isn't a desk-bound management job. We're looking for someone who lives and breathes service, thrives in the buzz of a busy room, and has a natural talent for building strong relationships with both guests and team members alike.
You'll be working side by side with a rising culinary star a chef handpicked by one of the greatest chefs in the world, leading a kitchen team that's set to redefine fine dining in the Eastern Cape. Expect creativity, precision, and passion at every pass.
Job duties:
- Be the face of the floor warmly welcoming guests, creating an upbeat atmosphere, and handling service flow with calm confidence
- Lead by example motivating and mentoring your team to deliver service that feels personal, polished, and joyful
- Build a positive team culture that thrives on respect, passion, and pride
- Handle guest queries, VIPs, and feedback with grace and professionalism
- Work hand-in-hand with the exceptional kitchen brigade to ensure seamless, elevated service
- Maintain premium FOH standards: table settings, ambience, hygiene, and timing
- Oversee daily FOH operations, reservations, and stock of service essentials
- 5+ years of experience in restaurant or hospitality management, with time spent in upmarket or fine dining environments
- Energetic, customer-obsessed, and naturally charismatic your team and guests feel your passion
- A confident and present leader firm when needed, always fair, and great with people
- Youre hands-on, detail-oriented, and always ready to roll up your sleeves during service
- Wine, food, and service knowledge to match the elevated experience were offering
- Calm under pressure, fast on your feet, and excellent at reading the room
- Hospitality or Restaurant Management qualification
- Experience working with a Michelin-starred or internationally recognised culinary team
- Strong knowledge of wines, cocktails, and modern dining trends
- Familiarity with reservation systems and POS software
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1428257
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationPort Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned