Work-Force
A Restaurant Manager position is being filled in Ermelo. Suitable candidates from across Mpumalanga are invited to submit their applications for review.
About the Opportunity
An experienced Restaurant Manager is needed to support operations in Ermelo. The role forms part of how the business keeps its hospitality jobs portfolio strong in Mpumalanga.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Ermelo team.
The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Ermelo also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Day in the Life
Your shift usually starts with a brief from the duty manager, a quick station check and a look at the day’s bookings or specials. As guests arrive, you slip into a steady rhythm — warm welcomes, accurate orders and seamless coordination with the kitchen and bar. Service peaks demand calm focus and tight teamwork, and quieter moments are spent resetting tables, polishing glassware or training a new starter. When the last guest leaves happy, you know you have delivered a memorable hospitality experience.
Notably, the Ermelo office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Ermelo.
Based in Ermelo
Ermelo continues to grow as an employment hub in Mpumalanga, with near the Kruger Lowveld tourism belt. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Ermelo, Mpumalanga.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Ermelo.
The Environment
Notably, the environment is service-led and people-centred. Expect varied hours, a high tempo during peaks, and a team culture built on hospitality and pride in the guest experience.
Notably, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Mpumalanga. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Practically speaking, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Your Role
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and health regulations at all times
- Operate point-of-sale systems and reconcile end-of-shift takings
- Set up rooms, function venues and outlets ahead of guest arrivals
- Respond promptly to guest requests, complaints and special needs
- Prepare and present food in line with kitchen recipes and standards
What You’ll Need
- Clear criminal record and contactable references
- 1-3 years’ experience in a similar hospitality environment
- Computer literacy and experience with POS systems
- Willing to follow the company’s uniform and grooming policy on shift
- Physically able to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment
- Strong customer service orientation and warm guest interaction
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.