Restaurant Supervisor

In brief

Overview This role at Newmark Hotels is for a Restaurant Supervisor. As the Assistant Food and Beverage Manager, the successful candidate will support the overall management of the company's culinary and dining operations, collaborating with the Food and Beverage Manager (referred to as Ops manager) to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the Food and Beverage department. This position requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. What you will do * Supervise and coordinate staff schedules for the restaurant management team, ensuring adequate operational coverage and efficient workforce planning. * Assist with the planning, coordination and execution of daily food and beverage operations and special events. * Support the recruitment, training, supervision and development of front-of-house and back-of-house teams in collaboration with the Head Chef. * Assist with menu planning, food preparation and presentation while maintaining consistent quality and service standards. * Liaise with suppliers, assist with price negotiations and coordinate the procurement of food, beverage and bar-related supplies. * Monitor inventory levels, conduct stock control and implement measures to minimise waste and optimise food and beverage costs. * Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene and sanitation standards across restaurant operations. * Monitor sales performance and guest feedback to identify trends, address service gaps and recommend operational improvements. * Assist with the planning and execution of marketing initiatives and promotions to increase awareness and sales of food and beverage offerings. * Support administrative and financial functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, conference and event quotations, and debtor payment follow-ups. * Maintain awareness of hospitality industry trends, competitor activity and events taking place in and around the Sandton area. Requirements (from the original advert) * 1 - 4 Year Supervisor experience * Excellent communication skills in English * Strong attention to detail * Exceptional customer service skills * Positive and professional attitude * Ability to work effectively as part of a team * Always act in the best interest of the company * Flexible and available to work shifts, including weekends and holidays * Well-groomed and presentable appearance * Proven supervisory experience within the food and beverage or hospitality industry * Strong leadership, organisational and multitasking abilities * Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-building skills * Knowledge of culinary techniques, food presentation, flavours and food safety standards * Proficient in Point-of-Sale POS systems and hospitality technology, including Micros and Opera * Ability to coordinate effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure restaurant environment * Strong understanding of health, safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations * Excellent problem-solving, decision-making and operational coordination skills * Flexible and available to work evenings, weekends and public holidays when required * Strong focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high service standards * Ability to support business objectives through effective cost control, stock management and operational efficiency * Strong attention to detail with a professional and customer-focused approach Who should apply The ideal candidate is an experienced supervisor in the food and beverage or hospitality industry with strong leadership, organizational, and multitasking abilities. They should possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills, coupled with a deep understanding of culinary techniques, food presentation, flavours, and food safety standards. Proficiency in POS systems (Micros and Opera) and hospitality technology is required. The candidate must be capable of coordinating effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure restaurant environment, demonstrating excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and operational coordination skills. A strong focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, maintaining high service standards, and supporting business objectives through cost control and stock management is essential. They should also be flexible and available to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, and always act in the best interest of the company with a professional and presentable appearance. Deadline 23rd October, 2026 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/restaurant-supervisor-newmark-hotels Source: myjobmag

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