General Manager: Restaurant - Johannesburg, South Africa - Famous Brands

Famous Brands

Verified Company

Johannesburg, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

beBee Recruiter

Description

Main Outputs and Responsibilities for This Position

Set operating goals and objectives and execute on the plan
Effective staff recruitment and induction
Train and coach staff
Prepare and implement standard operating procedures for the restaurant in line with company policies and procedures
Manage staff performance in accordance with established standards and procedures
Ensure staff know how and adherence to established codes of practice
Organize and monitor staff schedules and associated costs
Maintain employee records in line with company policies and procedures
Coordinate restaurant operations during each shift
Adherence to health, safety and hygiene standards in kitchen and restaurant
Keep records of health and safety practices
Ensure compliance with restaurant security procedures
Ensure alcohol regulations are adhered to
Interact with customers and drive repeat business
Oversee quality and preparation of food and beverage items
Ensure adherence to set recipes
Ensure quality of food and beverage presentation
Manage profitability of restaurant exceeding targets
Interact with customers to ensure all inquiries and complaints are handled promptly
Manage food and beverage costs
Effective and accurate ordering, receiving and receipting of restaurant consumables
Ensure cash management procedures are completed accurately and timeously
Achieve financial targets
Analyze budget variances and take corrective actions
Establish and implement financial controls
Effective cost management in line with restaurant approved budgets
Meet and exceed restaurant sales and revenue
Develop and drive local store marketing activities
Maintain business records
Prepare and analyze management reports
Determine and execute operating improvements
Monthly financial commentary for management pack
Negotiate and maintain purchase prices
Schedule food and beverage deliveries
Check quality of deliveries and documentation
Ensure correct storage of supplies
Arrange for maintenance and repairs of equipment and services
Identify and evaluate competitors
Keep current with trends in the restaurant industry

Formal Education

Tertiary qualification preferred, Minimum 5 years' experience in food and beverage management

Experience

Experience in managing all aspects of a profitable restaurant and a diverse team
Experience in staff management and development
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices
Proven track record in managing profitability of restaurants
Track record of managing inventory and cost control
Indepth working knowledge of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages
Indepth working knowledge of food preparation and presentation