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A vacancy has been confirmed for a Restaurant Manager based in Upington, Northern Cape. The successful candidate will join an established team within the hospitality jobs function.
About This Position
This Restaurant Manager role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Upington. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the hospitality jobs pipeline across Northern Cape.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Restaurant Manager taking on this position.
On top of that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Upington also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Diversity and Inclusion
Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Upington.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Upington.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Northern Cape.
The Environment
Importantly, 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.
In addition, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Northern Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Upington site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Working in Upington
Practically speaking, the role is based in Upington, near the Kimberley diamond heritage centre. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Upington and the broader Northern Cape region.
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 Upington.
Many candidates already living within reach of Upington cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.
Core Functions
- Prepare and present food in line with kitchen recipes and standards
- Operate point-of-sale systems and reconcile end-of-shift takings
- Support events, banquets and conference operations
- Coordinate with kitchen, housekeeping and front-office teams
- Train casual staff on service standards and SOPs
- Comply with food safety, hygiene and health regulations at all times
What You’ll Need
- Good verbal communication skills in English; second language an advantage
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Relevant hospitality qualification or culinary diploma (advantageous)
- Sound knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles
- Awareness of tourism grading and quality expectations
- Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.