Vacancy title:
Restaurant Manager

Jobs at:
Future Options Consulting Ltd

Deadline of this Job:
9th June 2017 by 5:00pm

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Job details:
Future Options Consulting Ltd is an online recruitment services which now seeks to recruit on behalf of its valued Client in the hospitality industry.

Job Summary: The incumbent will ensure that restaurants operate efficiently and profitably while maintaining the company reputation and ethos. Must coordinate a variety of activities and responsible for the business performance, quality standards and health and safety of the restaurant. The jobholder will also be tasked with combining strategic planning and day-to-day management activities, the role is both business-like and creative, particularly in terms of marketing and business development.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Take responsibility for the business performance of the restaurant;
• Keenly analyze and plan restaurant sales levels and profitability;
• Organize marketing activities, such as promotional events and discount schemes;
• Prepare reports at the end of the shift/week, including staff control, food control and sales;
• Create and execute plans for department sales, profit and staff development;
• Set budgets or agree them with senior management;
• Plan and coordinate menus;
• The jobholder will coordinate the operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts;
• Recruit, train, manage and motivate staff;
• Regularly respond to customer queries and complaints;
• Meet and greet customers, organise table reservations and offer advice about menu and wine choices;
• Maintain high standards of quality control, hygiene, and health and safety;
• Check stock levels, order supplies and prepare cash drawers and petty cash.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitably for this position however we are open to candidates with a combination of practical experience, strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of business
• At least two years of related work experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills for diplomatically handling staff and customers;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for managing business admin and personnel matters;
• Demonstrated ability to cope under pressure since restaurant management can be challenging;
• Good business awareness for achieving successful performance;
• Team working skills to be able to lead a team and be a part of it;
• Strong planning and organisational skills to run a streamlined operation;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and confidently to make your own decisions;
• Problem-solving ability to resolve issues as they arise.

Job application procedure
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their updated C.Vs, application letters and academic documents via E-mail to: reception@futureoptionsug.com  indicating the position as the subject line.