Restaurant managers

Restaurant managers plan, organize and direct the operations of cafes, restaurants and related establishments to provide dining and catering services.

Skill level: Skilled

Check your pay

  • The majority of Restaurant managers earn a salary between R4 505 and R21 287 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Restaurant managers ranges from R4 505 to R9 775.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between R6 474 and R12 981 per month.

Duties and tasks

  • Planning menus in consultation with chefs and cooks
  • Planning and organizing special functions
  • Arranging the purchasing and pricing of goods according to budget
  • Maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions
  • Ensuring that dining, kitchen and food storage facilities comply with health regulations and are clean, functional and of suitable appearance
  • Conferring with customers to assess their satisfaction with meals and service
  • Selecting staff, setting staff work schedules, and training and supervising waiting and kitchen staff
  • Taking reservations, greeting guests and assisting in taking orders
  • Negotiating arrangements with clients and suppliers
  • Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations

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