Restaurant Floor Supervisor

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Participate in community public relations for the restaurant and the hotel.
• Recruit, train, and supervise restaurant staff.
• Create and maintain staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours.
• Good knowledge and use of software programs such as Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and/or Outlook Express.
• Address customer concerns or complaints promptly and professionally.
• Monitor and maintain service standards to exceed customer expectations.
• Properly execute end of night revenue closeouts including all reports.
• Requisition supplies to have an adequate supply on hand for the following shifts.
• On occasion, participate in inventory procedures.
• Open and close shifts in accordance with instructions.
• Manage associate relations during each shift, addressing issues such as call-offs, tardiness, and last-minute daily challenges by finding effective solutions.
• Ensure all employees are following the correct break procedure.
• Monitor inventory levels, place orders, and manage stock rotation.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain food quality and safety standards.
• Guarantee adherence to health and safety regulations and sanitation standards.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• In emergencies, perform in the capacity of any position supervised.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role within the restaurant industry.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house procedures.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
• Exceptional customer service skills and a commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Thorough knowledge of restaurant operations and preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of beverage operations and wines.
• Good proficiency in mathematics to analyze and monitor inventory, controls, revenue generation within the hotel.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with guests and employees.
• Dealing with certain individuals may demand considerable patience, tact, and diplomacy to alleviate anger, gather precise information, and address issues effectively.
• Ability to handle and resolve guest complains.
• Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations during busy periods.
• Proficiency in utilizing a moderately complex computer system to access and input information accurately.
• Interpersonal skills to provide overall guest satisfaction.
• Matric (Grade 12) qualification.
• A Certificate or Diploma in Hospitality Management will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a 5-star hotel or luxury hospitality environment.
• Own reliable transport will be beneficial.

***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***