RESTAURANT MANAGER | LUXURY DINING & WINE ESTATE | FRANSCHHOEK
A restaurant in Franschhoek is more than a destination — it is a reflection of terroir, season, and story.
We are seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead a refined dining environment where every detail reflects craftsmanship, provenance, and quiet luxury. This is a hands-on leadership role, guiding both team and guest experience with presence, confidence, and consistency.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Overseeing full restaurant operations with flow and precision
- Leading, mentoring, and holding the team accountable to luxury standards
- Managing reservations, service timing, and the guest journey end-to-end
- Aligning food and wine storytelling with kitchen and estate teams
- Handling guest feedback with professionalism and care
- Maintaining cost control, stock management, and reporting
- Upholding standards with confidence and clarity
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality
- Strong leadership presence — calm, confident, decisive
- Deep understanding of food, wine, and guest engagement
- Ability to perform under pressure without compromising standards
- A natural ability to lead and inspire teams
What Sets You Apart
- An intuitive understanding of understated luxury
- A passion for wine estate environments and storytelling
- The ability to read a room and anticipate guest needs
- Strong sense of accountability and ownership
If you are a grounded and confident leader who takes pride in delivering refined, detail-driven guest experiences, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV along with a short motivation outlining your leadership approach and experience within a luxury dining environment.
