About Us:
Future Options Consulting Ltd is an online recruitment services which now seeks to recruit on behalf of its valued Client in the Restaurant Business.
Job Summary: The Restaurant Manager will ensure that restaurants operate efficiently and profitably while maintaining the company reputation and ethos. The incumbent will coordinate a variety of activities and responsible for the business performance, quality standards and health and safety of the restaurant. The incumbent will be responsible for strategic planning and day-to-day management activities 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;
The incumbent will organize marketing activities, such as promotional events and discount schemes;
Prepare and submit 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 also coordinate the operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts;
Recruit, train, manage and motivate staff;
Quickly 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 ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality 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 job-related work experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills for diplomatically handling staff and customers;
Strong 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;
Excellent planning and organisational skills to run a streamlined operation;
Proven ability to work independently and confidently to make your own decisions;
Problem-solving ability to resolve issues as they arise.
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications with updated curriculum vita including contacts of three professional referees addressed to: The Director, Future Options Consulting Ltd, 4th Floor, Diamond Trust Building, Kampala Road, P.O. Box 34934, Kampala, Uganda via email to: jobs@futureoptionsug.com
NB: Please include the title of the position for which you are applying in the subject line of the email.
Deadline: 3rd March 2017 by 5:00pm