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Prepare concrete examples of turning around service scores, controlling food and labour cost, and leading shift teams under pressure. Be ready to discuss premium casual positioning, how you set standards without over-staffing, and how you handle confidential brand or owner constraints. Bring 2–3 Cape Town–relevant questions on covers, menu mix, and management span.
Strong fit if you have hands-on restaurant GM experience in full-service or premium casual dining, can own a single-site P&L, and are comfortable leading on-site in Cape Town (not remote). Less fit if you prefer corporate-only or fully remote work.
As Restaurant GM for a premium casual dining site under a confidential employer, your day centres on service quality, floor leadership, and commercial control. Typical focus: pre-shift briefings, guest recovery, labour and food-cost tracking, supplier and inventory checks, and coaching managers and FOH/BOH teams through peak covers while protecting brand standards and weekly P&L targets.
Strengthen multi-outlet restaurant operations, people leadership, cost control (labour, COGS, waste), guest experience systems, and local compliance awareness for Western Cape hospitality. No certification resources were supplied for this listing.
No. The listing uses a confidential employer, so company-specific reviews and public profile details are not available in the provided data.
No. The job is marked non-remote and based in the Cape Town Region, Western Cape.
Elevated full-service standards without fine-dining formality: consistent guest experience, strong shift leadership, and tight control of food, labour, and brand execution.
Restaurant GM | Cape Town Region, Western Cape Confidential Employer The Opportunity We are seeking a seasoned, commercial, and high-energy Restaurant General Manager to take full operational ownership of this high-profile launch. An established, fast-expanding hospitality group from Johannesburg is bringing its next flagship dining concept to Cape Town's iconic Mouille Point seafront. You will lead the setup phase in September, driving team recruitment and ensuring the successful opening of the restaurant. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, including food quality, service standards, and customer satisfaction. Develop and implement strategies to enhance revenue streams and profitability. Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team of staff members. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to secure the best deals for the business. What We're Looking For A proven track record in high-end restaurant management within the hospitality industry. Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with a focus on fostering a positive work environment. Strong commercial acumen and experience in driving sales and revenue growth. Experienced in managing budgets and financial performance. A deep understanding of customer service and the ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Working at Confidential Employer At Confidential Employer, we offer a dynamic work environment where your contributions will be recognized. You will have the opportunity to lead a team that is passionate about delivering world-class dining experiences. The role involves setting up and launching a new restaurant concept in Cape Town's prime location. Next Steps To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting relevant experience.
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