Senior Restaurant Manager
Babylonstoren is looking for an experienced and energetic Senior Restaurant Manager to join our F&B leadership team. This is a senior management role for someone who is passionate about operational excellence, team development, service standards, and creating exceptional guest experiences.
Responsibilities
- Lead the daily operations of Babel and Ou Bakkery.
- Ensure seamless 5-star service flow, effective planning, and consistent execution.
- Drive SOP compliance, service standards, food safety, and the Babylonstoren Way.
- Manage labour costs, inventory, breakages, and waste control.
- Develop staff and future managers through training and coaching.
- Drive wine knowledge, product knowledge, and sales performance.
- Ensure accurate administration, reporting, and follow-up.
- Build strong relationships with guests, hotel guests, and team members.
- Form part of the senior leadership team for Babel, Ou Bakkery, and Functions/Events.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years’ management experience within premium restaurants, hotels, lodges, or wine estates.
- Fluent in both Afrikaans and English (spoken and written).
- Strong experience in restaurant operations and staff management.
- Good understanding of labour control, stock control, and cost management.
- Strong administrative and organisational skills.
- Proficient computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
- Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
- Willing and able to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays.