restaurant operator

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  • Johannesburg, South Africa Six Star Select Full-time

    IntroductionWe are representing a high-end, established restaurant in Sandton seeking a top-tier General Manager / Operations Lead to take full ownership of the business from May 2026.   This role is suited to a systems-driven operator with a proven ability to build, implement, and enforce world-class operational structures within a premium...


  • Sandton, South Africa Kiwi Dynamic Talents Full-time

    Introduction  PURPOSE OF THE ROLE The Restaurant Operations Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall management and coordination of the restaurant’s operations, with a strong emphasis on customer service and staff integration. This position ensures seamless operations, exceptional dining experiences, and optimal financial...


  • KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Pedros Chicken Full-time

    A fast-food restaurant in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced manager to oversee operations. Responsibilities include ensuring quality standards, managing stock control, and leading the team to maximize profitability. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in restaurant and fast-food service, strong management and customer service skills, and a...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Placements24 Full-time R 300,000 - R 460,000 Contract

    About the RoleOur client is seeking a dedicated Restaurant Operations Manager to lead one of their flagship dining establishments in the vibrant city of Cape Town. This role is crucial for ensuring the seamless execution of daily restaurant operations, maintaining impeccable service standards, and driving profitability. You will be responsible for managing a...


  • gauteng, South Africa OttoBauthentic Full-time

    Otto Bauthentic invites an experienced leader to head our restaurant operations across venues in South Africa. You will drive guest experience, brand standards and financial performance while maintaining premium service. The role requires a proven track record in standalone or owner-operated hospitality, strong teams leadership, and the ability to grow...


  • cape town, western cape, South Africa HotelJobs Full-time R 2 Contract

    Hospitality and Outdoor – New Vacancy – Restaurant Operations Director Restaurant Consultancy Group – Cape Town – Western Cape An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and commercially focused Restaurant Director to lead the operational direction, standards and performance of a diverse hospitality portfolio operating across multiple...


  • kwazulu natal, South Africa Pedros Chicken Full-time R 390,600 Contract

    A fast-food restaurant in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced manager to oversee operations. Responsibilities include ensuring quality standards, managing stock control, and leading the team to maximize profitability. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in restaurant and fast-food service, strong management and customer service skills, and a...


  • Remote, oos kaap, South Africa OttoBauthentic Full-time R 900,000 Contract

    OttoBauthentic invites an experienced leader to head our restaurant operations across venues in South Africa. You will drive guest experience, brand standards and financial performance while maintaining premium service. The role requires a proven track record in standalone or owner-operated hospitality, strong teams leadership, and the ability to grow...


  • Oos-Kaap, South Africa OttoBauthentic Full-time R 600,000 - R 900,000 Contract

    OttoBauthentic invites an experienced leader to head our restaurant operations across venues in South Africa. You will drive guest experience, brand standards and financial performance while maintaining premium service.The role requires a proven track record in standalone or owner-operated hospitality, strong teams leadership, and the ability to grow revenue...


  • Gauteng, South Africa HospitalityandOutdoor Full-time

    Hospitality and Outdoor seeks a Junior Restaurant Manager for a busy upmarket Bistro in Marshalltown, Gauteng. You will cover daily operations when the owner is absent and support front-of-house service, ensuring guest satisfaction and efficient workflow.Experience in hospitality is essential; supervisory skills are a plus. Strong computer literacy and...


  • johannesburg, gauteng, South Africa C Suite Preferred Full-time R 3 Contract

    C Suite Preferred in Johannesburg, South Africa, invites an accomplished Operations Director to lead the execution of its SA operations strategy across a network of company-owned and franchised restaurants. You will drive sustainable sales and profitability, strengthen operational capability, ensure a consistent customer experience, and develop a...

  • General manager

    10 hours ago


    johannesburg, gauteng, South Africa Kontak Recruitment Full-time R 335,000 Contract

    General Manager (Restaurant Operations) required in Johannesburg. Seeking an experienced, hands-on General Manager (Restaurant Operations) to take full responsibility for the daily operation and performance of a busy, upmarket casual-dining restaurant. This is not a role for someone who can only run a shift or manage from the office. The successful...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Pedros Full-time

    Pedros in Cape Town is seeking an experienced restaurant manager to oversee daily operations of the restaurant/take-away. You will ensure quality food, maintain PEDROS SOPs, manage stock and purchasing, and handle customer complaints to sustain service standards.The role drives profitability through sales targets, staff motivation, and disciplined rostering,...


  • Gauteng, South Africa Loo Direct Full-time

    Loo Direct in Gauteng is seeking an energetic Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations, lead the team, and ensure outstanding guest experiences. You will manage staff schedules, maintain food quality and hygiene, and drive sales targets in a fast-paced setting.The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, exceptional communication, and a commitment...

  • Area Manager

    2 days ago


    cape town, western cape, South Africa Life & Brand Portfolio Full-time R 900,000 Contract

    Life and Brand Portfolio, established in 1998 as Harbour House Group, has become a leading name in South Africa's experiential dining scene. Headquartered in Cape Town, the company operates a robust portfolio of 33 restaurants across eight unique brands, including Harbour House, Tiger's Milk, La Parada, and Lucky Fish & Chips. With a reputation for...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HotelJobs Full-time

    Restaurant Consultancy Group in Cape Town seeks a Restaurant Director to lead operational direction, standards and performance across a diverse hospitality portfolio, including premium concepts. The role focuses on profitability, guest satisfaction, and strategic growth, with travel locally and internationally, and requires proven senior leadership in...


  • Rustenburg, North West, South Africa Placements24 Full-time R 420,000 - R 620,000 Contract

    About the RoleOur client is seeking an experienced and motivated Restaurant Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at their bustling establishment in Rustenburg . This role is crucial for ensuring the highest standards of service, efficiency, and profitability. You will lead a dedicated team, manage inventory, and foster a positive dining environment...


  • johannesburg, gauteng, South Africa Kontak Recruitment Full-time R 335,000 Contract

    Kontak Recruitment is seeking a hands-on General Manager for a busy upmarket casual-dining restaurant in Sunninghill, Johannesburg. You will be responsible for the daily operation, overseeing front-of-house, kitchen and bar, ensuring service, standards and profitability. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in restaurant management, with strong...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Pedros Full-time R 340,000 - R 520,000 Contract

    Pedros in Cape Town is seeking an experienced restaurant manager to oversee daily operations of the restaurant and take-away, ensuring service standards and profitability. You will lead staff, control stock, and drive customer satisfaction while maintaining PEDROS SOPs.You will manage rostering, training, shift supervision, and marketing activities to...

  • Restaurant Operations

    20 hours ago


    Gauteng, South Africa HotelJobs Full-time

    Anna’s Kitchen in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and is passionate about delivering outstanding service. Lead and develop high-performing teams, oversee daily restaurant operations, ensure food safety and quality, and drive guest satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail. This...