CAREERS AT LIFE & BRAND

Job applications and CVs must be emailed to careers@lifeandbrand.co.za

The Life & Brand Portfolio three arrows is our rallying cry. An all-encompassing battle charge to reinforce and deliver our three core values; Creativity, Consistency and Culture. Not only are our three arrows applied to every brand within the Portfolio, but also for every employee in the company. We’re on the search for new members of the team that will continuously strive to adopt and deliver on the vision of the company.

Life & Brand Portfolio is looking for a self-directed and detail-oriented Area Manager for the Western Cape region. The ideal candidate should have good organizational skills and experience in both leading and working as part of a team in the hospitality or food industry. This position requires a vehicle as there will be travel between stores.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Stay tuned in with emerging trends that will affect the business

• Demonstrate ownership and accountability by consistently improving restaurant operating standards and taking the necessary corrective action

• Monitor poor performing restaurants. Implement and execute corrective action plans to improve poor operating or low profitability restaurants

• Ensure standards and regulation compliance of the Ops team.

• Identify and communicate operational and financial risks and create corrective action plans

• Monitor and improve restaurant profitability

• Submit daily, weekly and monthly & other required reports on a timely basis

• Provide leadership, coaching & strategic direction to restaurant management teams.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Proven experience at a Multisite Management level.

• Must have multisite experience

• Tertiary qualification advantageous

• Strong Leadership ability;

• Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;

• High attention to detail and process driven;

• Analytical

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Discretion and integrity

• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills

• Stress tolerance

• Decision-making

• Strong market knowledge and experience in working across various functions, businesses and regions

• Previous knowledge of Micros advantageous

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an experienced General Manager to join our teams at various locations across Cape Town and surrounding areas. The General Manager will be responsible for the management and overall responsibility of the restaurant. Supervision, performance management and effective delegation to various junior managers and staff to ensure an efficient and smooth-running restaurant.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Ensure daily store operational requirements are met;
• Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house;
• Supervision of staff;
• Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met;
• Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range;
• Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions;
• Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management;
• Ensure reports are issued timeously.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• 3-5 years in a similar role;
• Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable;
• Strong Leadership ability;
• Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• High attention to detail and process driven;
• Ability to interpret statistical information;
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
• Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
• Ability to multi-task;
• Discretion and integrity;
• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills;
• Stress tolerance;
• Decision-making;
• This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to join our team in various restaurants across Cape Town and surrounding areas. The Assistant General Manager will be responsible for assisting and supporting the General Manager. Assist with supervision, performance management and effective delegation to various junior managers and staff to ensure an efficient and smooth-running restaurant.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Ensure daily store operational requirements are met;
  • Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house;
  • Supervision of staff;
  • Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met;
  • Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range;
  • Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions;
  • Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management;
  • Ensure reports are issued timeously.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 3 – 5 years in a similar role;
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable;
  • Experience in working on Micros;
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task;
  • Discretion and integrity;
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills;
  • Stress tolerance;
  • Decision-making;
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an experienced Senior Manager to join our team. Positions are available at various restaurants across Cape Town and the surrounding areas.  This candidate will be responsible for effective communication with guests and management of staff. The ideal candidate should highly motivated, efficient and have previous experience in a similar role and environment.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
  • Daily administrative requirements;
  • Events and functions; all events and function communication to guests and management; communication to relevant departments for stock and OE requirements, for approval by the General Manager
  • If by any chance the General Manager is not on duty you will be in charge / responsible and accountable for the shop
  • Daily store and floor operational requirements;
  • FOH and guest liaisons
  • Daily pre and post shift checklists are, implemented, completed, checked and filed.
  • Consistently review operations and staff to identify any problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement
  • Daily checking of My Inventory on My Micros
  • Ensuring that all staff rostered to work are on time
  • Regular presence on the restaurant floor during service
  • Labour Management – ensuring a 20% labour cost is maintained
 
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
  • 3 – 5 years in a similar role
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable;
  • Experience in working on Micros;
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task;
  • Discretion and integrity;
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills;
  • Stress tolerance;
  • Decision-making;
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances.
 
PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.
 
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.
 
SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an experienced Group Executive Chef to join us. The ideal candidate must havea minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in a fast-paced environment. This exciting opportunity allows for the overseeing and involvement with all of our brands and our Brand Chefs.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Training & Standard Maintenance

  • Ensuring standards are upheld.
  • Providing input regarding new recruits, disciplinaries and dismissals.

Quality Control

  • Store visits regularly, monthly quality control audit and report for each store.
  • Quality control on products from suppliers.
  • Weekly visits to Central Kitchen for tastings.
  • Supervising staff, offering assistance as needed.

New Recipe & Menu Development

  • Create or design new recipes based on a brief, compile a proposal, arrange tastings.
  • Once approved, create plate recipes and production recipes.
  • Implement and train staff on new dishes.

Cost of Sales Controls

  • During store visits, check stock counts, analysis of monthly cost of sales report. Provide analysis for stores that have issues.
  • Portion control as part of the sales control.

Hygiene & Safety Standards

  • Ensuring proper hygiene on a daily basis, train staff around safe kitchen practices.
  • Ensure updates around hygiene and safety standards are relayed and actioned in store.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• 5 years in a similar role.

• Applicable degree or qualification

• Experience in a similar environment would be preferable

• Strong Leadership ability;

• Well organised

• Computer Literate and experience on MICROS BOH Systems will be an advantage as well

• Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;

• High attention to detail and process driven;

• Ability to interpret statistical information;

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management

• Ability to multi-task

• Discretion and integrity

• Stress tolerance

• Decision-making

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portolfio seeks an experienced General Manager to run Destino. The General Manager will be responsible for the management and overall responsibility of the restaurant. Supervision, performance management and effective delegation to various junior managers and staff to ensure an efficient and smooth-running restaurant.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

· Ensure daily store operational requirements are met

· Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house

· Supervision of staff

· Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met

· Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range

· Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions.

· Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management

· Ensure reports are issued timeously

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

· 3-5 years in a similar role.

· Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable

· Strong Leadership ability;

· Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;

· Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;

· High attention to detail and process driven;

· Ability to interpret statistical information;

· Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;

· Self-motivated and deadline oriented;

· Ability to multi-task

· Discretion and integrity

· Problem analysis and problem-solving skills

· Stress tolerance

· Decision-making

· This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Tiger’s Milk Kwena Square is seeking an experienced Junior Front of House Manager. This candidate will be responsible for effective communication with guests and management of staff.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

  • Daily administrative requirements;
  • Events and functions; all events and function communication to guests and management; communication to relevant departments for stock and OE requirements, for approval by the General Manager
  • Daily store and floor operational requirements;
  • FOH and guest liaisons
  • Daily pre and post shift checklists are, implemented, completed, checked and filed.
  • Consistently review operations and staff to identify any problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement
  • Daily checking of My Inventory on My Micros
  • Ensuring that all staff rostered to work are on time
  • Regular presence on the restaurant floor during service

Qualifications, experience, skills and knowledge required:

  • 2-3 years in a similar role.
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Stress tolerance
  • Decision-making
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks experienced Grillers to join one of our teams in the V&A Waterfront. Reporting to the General Manager, the candidate will be responsible for providing excellent service in the kitchen. The candidate should be friendly, highly motivated, efficient and detail orientated.

EXPERIENCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Prepare offerings as directed following recipes and instructions.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks and experienced Pizza Chefs to join our team at one of our restaurants in the V&A Waterfront. Reporting to the General Manager, the candidate will be responsible for providing excellent service in the kitchen. The candidate should be friendly, highly motivated, efficient and detail orientated. 

EXPERIENCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepare pizza as directed following recipes and instructions.
  • 3 years experience and needs to understand hand stretching

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is looking for a creative and energetic thinker to join the Marketing team as Graphic Designer. A mid-level role, and opportunity to be part of a busy, dynamic and rapidly growing company, creating Marketing and Operational collateral for a restaurant group. We are looking for a cool, fun, hard-working, driven person who can handle the pace, with a sense of humour.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Create and conceptualise designs aligned to specials, promotions, restaurants and events. 
  • Excellent working knowledge of computer software Adobe – InDesign & Illustrator, Photoshop. Basic understanding of motion graphics and video editing. 
  • Keep up with trends and changes in social media, design, and marketing i.e. Instagram GIFS, live videos etc to keep creating better content all the time to engage with our customers.
  • Understanding and experience of AI Optimization and able to work with these platforms to produce design work. As well as, how tradition design and AI works together. 
  • Able to take feedback and crit, and conceptualize new idea’s based on the guidance given.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 1-2 Years experience, preferably in an agency environment or in FMCG
  • Degree or Diploma Graphic Design
  • Excellent working knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator and more
  • Ability to use Office Suite, email and Excel

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL.

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks hostesses to join our team at one of our restuarants in the V&A Waterfront.Reporting to the General Manager, the candidate will be responsible for providing excellent service and welcoming our clients. The candidate should be friendly, highly motivated and efficient. Please be aware of travel to and from this area.

EXPERIENCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Previous experience as a restaurant hostess advantageous.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL.

Harbour House V&A Waterfront is looking for an experienced Sommelier. We are looking for a Sommelier to act as our wine expert and create wine lists that pair with our food menus.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Create and update the wine list in coordination with chefs and the New Product Development Chef
  • Recommend food and wine pairings
  • Advise guests on wines based on their personal tastes and food choices
  • Inform guests about different varieties of wines and prices
  • Ensure wines are served at the right temperature and within the proper glassware
  • Store open bottles properly to maintain strong taste
  • Manage wine stock
  • Train wait staff on available wines

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • Experience as a Sommelier, Wine Steward/Stewardess or similar role is a must.
  • Certification as a Sommelier or degree in hospitality advantageous
  • Ability to create tasteful food and wine pairings
  • Extensive knowledge of different wines
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable.
  • Strong communication skills
  • High attention to detail and process driven
  • Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Stress tolerance
  • Professional and friendly. (Even in tough situations)
  • Effective communication skills with guests and staff
  • Quick thinking and a team player

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is looking for a self-directed and detail-oriented Area Manager for the Gauteng region. The ideal candidate should have good organizational skills and experience in both leading and working as part of a team in the hospitality or food industry. This position requires a vehicle as there will be travel between stores.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Stay tuned in with emerging trends that will affect the business

• Demonstrate ownership and accountability by consistently improving restaurant operating standards and taking the necessary corrective action

• Monitor poor performing restaurants. Implement and execute corrective action plans to improve poor operating or low profitability restaurants

• Ensure standards and regulation compliance of the Ops team.

• Identify and communicate operational and financial risks and create corrective action plans

• Monitor and improve restaurant profitability

• Submit daily, weekly and monthly & other required reports on a timely basis

• Provide leadership, coaching & strategic direction to restaurant management teams.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Proven experience at a Multisite Management level.

• Must have multisite experience

• Tertiary qualification advantageous

• Strong Leadership ability;

• Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;

• High attention to detail and process driven;

• Analytical

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Discretion and integrity

• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills

• Stress tolerance

• Decision-making

• Strong market knowledge and experience in working across various functions, businesses and regions

• Previous knowledge of Micros advantageous

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is looking for a self-directed and detail oriented General Manager to run Grand Africa Cafe & Beach in V&A Waterfront. The ideal candidate should have good organizational skills and experience in both leading and working as part of a team in the hospitality or food industry. 

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Ensure daily store operational requirements are met
  • Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house
  • Supervision of staff
  • Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met
  • Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range
  • Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions.
  • Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management
  • Ensure reports are issued timeously

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 3-5 years in a similar role.
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Stress tolerance
  • Decision-making
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is looking for a self-directed and detail oriented General Manager to run one of our our restaurant’s in Gauteng. The ideal candidate should have good organizational skills and experience in both leading and working as part of a team in the hospitality or food industry. 

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

    • Ensure daily store operational requirements are met
    • Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house
    • Supervision of staff
    • Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met
    • Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range
    • Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions.
    • Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management
    • Ensure reports are issued timeously

    QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

    • 3-5 years in a similar role.
    • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
    • Strong Leadership ability;
    • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
    • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
    • High attention to detail and process driven;
    • Ability to interpret statistical information;
    • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
    • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
    • Ability to multi-task
    • Discretion and integrity
    • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
    • Stress tolerance
    • Decision-making
    • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is looking for a self-directed and detail oriented Brand Operations Manager to run one of our brands. This candidate should have good organizational skills and experience in both leading and working as part of a team in the hospitality or food industry. The ideal candidate should have a passion for building new brands and have previous experience. This position will require extensive travel between regions and stores.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Assist in carrying out market research (following what competitors are getting up to), in order to keep up to date with customer trends, as well as trying to predict future trends;
  • Conceptualize and drive campaigns across print, broadcast and digital platforms to ensure that products and services meet customers’ expectations and to build the credibility of brands;
  • Liaise with the design team with briefs and reverts for area managers/ops;
  • Assist in supervising/managing advertising, product packaging design and other forms of marketing to maintain consistency in brands across life and brand;
  • Meeting with clients/vendors/suppliers and working with colleagues across multiple departments;
  • Assisting with initiating some events with marketing such as new store launches products;
  • Assisting with conceptualising ideas for the brand, per store etc. Stay tuned in with emerging trends that will affect the business; 
  • Demonstrate ownership and accountability by consistently improving restaurant operating standards and taking the necessary corrective action; 
  • Monitor poor performing restaurants. Implement and execute corrective action plans to improve poor operating or low profitability restaurants;
  • Ensure standards and regulation compliance of the Operations team;
  • Identify and communicate operational and financial risks and create corrective action plans;
  • Monitor and improve restaurant profitability;
  • Submit daily, weekly and monthly & other required reports on a timely basis;
  • Provide leadership, coaching & strategic direction to restaurant management teams.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • Proven experience at a Multisite Management level;
  • Must have previous experience within a steakhouse/ grill house environment;
  • Strong market knowledge and experience in working across various functions, businesses and regions;
  • Tertiary qualification advantageous;
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Analytical;
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills;
  • Discretion and integrity;
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills;
  • Stress tolerance;
  • Decision-making;
  • Previous knowledge of Micros advantageous.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.  

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an experienced General Manager to run one of our new restaurants in Mauritius. The General Manager will be responsible for the management and overall responsibility of the restaurants. Supervision, performance management and effective delegation to various junior managers and staff to ensure an efficient and smooth-running restaurant. This position is open to candidates who will be receiving training in South Africa. Thereafter the position will be based in Flic En Flac. This is a great opportunity to gain international experience for the right candidate. Please include our LinkedIn profile ID.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Ensure daily store operational requirements are met
  • Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house
  • Supervision of staff
  • Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met
  • Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range
  • Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions.
  • Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management
  • Ensure reports are issued timeously

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 3-5 years in a similar role.
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Stress tolerance
  • Decision-making
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to join one of our new teams in Flic en Flac Mauritius. The Assistant General Manager will be responsible for assisting and supporting the General Manager. Assist with supervision, performance management and effective delegation to various junior managers and staff to ensure an efficient and smooth-running restaurant.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Ensure daily store operational requirements are met;
  • Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house;
  • Supervision of staff;
  • Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met;
  • Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range;
  • Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions;
  • Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management;
  • Ensure reports are issued timeously.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 3 – 5 years in a similar role;
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable;
  • Experience in working on Micros;
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task;
  • Discretion and integrity;
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills;
  • Stress tolerance;
  • Decision-making;
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an experienced General Manager to run one of our new restaurants in Mauritius. The General Manager will be responsible for the management and overall responsibility of the restaurants. Supervision, performance management and effective delegation to various junior managers and staff to ensure an efficient and smooth-running restaurant. This position is open to candidates who will be receiving training in South Africa. Thereafter the position will be based in Bagatelle Mall. This is a great opportunity to gain international experience for the right candidate. Please include our LinkedIn profile ID.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Ensure daily store operational requirements are met
  • Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house
  • Supervision of staff
  • Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met
  • Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range
  • Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions.
  • Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management
  • Ensure reports are issued timeously

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 3-5 years in a similar role.
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Stress tolerance
  • Decision-making
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to join one of our new teams in Bagatelle Mall Mauritius. The Assistant General Manager will be responsible for assisting and supporting the General Manager. Assist with supervision, performance management and effective delegation to various junior managers and staff to ensure an efficient and smooth-running restaurant.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Ensure daily store operational requirements are met;
  • Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house;
  • Supervision of staff;
  • Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met;
  • Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range;
  • Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions;
  • Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management;
  • Ensure reports are issued timeously.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 3 – 5 years in a similar role;
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable;
  • Experience in working on Micros;
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task;
  • Discretion and integrity;
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills;
  • Stress tolerance;
  • Decision-making;
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an experienced professional Bar Manager to join one of our teams in Mauritius. Reporting to the General Manager, the candidate will be responsible for providing excellent service to guests. The ideal candidate should be friendly, highly motivated, efficient and have previous head bartending experience.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant customers.
  • Interact with customers, take orders and serve normal menu.
  • Assess customers’ needs and preferences, make recommendations and upsell.
  • Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails.
  • Validate customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age.
  • Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
  • Stay customer focused and nurture an excellent customer experience.
  • Comply with all food and beverage regulations and brand standards (SOPs).
  • Time to time stock take spot checks.
  • Responsible for training of bartenders.
  • Rostering bar employees.
  • Responsible for the stock in the bar area.
  • Ensure cleanliness of all bar areas.
  • Maintain cleanliness and standards in all bar storerooms.
  • Control glassware and equipment ensuring minimal breakages and responsible and correct usage of equipment.

 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: 

  • Minimum of 2-3 years in a similar role;
  • Knowledge of beer, wine, cocktails and spirits;
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable;
  • Strong communication skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Self-motivated with the Ability to multi-task;
  • Discretion and integrity;
  • Stress tolerance;
  • Decision-making;
  • Professional and friendly (Even in tough situations);
  • Effective communication skills with guests and staff;
  • Quick thinking and a team player;
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash.

 

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY. 

 

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

 

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL.

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an experienced Central Kitchen Executive Chef to join our team at our new Central Kitchen in Zimbabwe. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in a fast-paced environment. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: 

  • Management of daily operational requirements of the kitchen and facility
  • Prepare, check and delegate daily production and preparation sheets
  • Actively participates in actual food preparation, produce consistent high-quality items, taste and
  • presentation
  • Ensures that all kitchen and facility employees consistently adhere to uniform, grooming and appearance
  • standards
  • Complete daily food orders based upon scheduled events and projected levels of trade, check all orders
  • and request whilst maintain par levels and wastage.
  • Quality checks daily of stock produced
  • Overseeing production of food
  • Overseeing of food operations
  • Overseeing of Hot Kitchen Chef
  • Overseeing of Pastry Section Chef
  • Overseeing of Cold Kitchen Chef
  • Ensuring proper hygiene on a daily basis.
  • Train staff around safe kitchen practices.
  • Ensure updates around hygiene and safety standards are relayed and actioned.
  • Attend all New Product Development meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: 

  • 5 years in a similar role.
  • Applicable degree or qualification
  • Experience in a similar environment would be preferable
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Well organised
  • Computer Literate and experience on MICROS BOH Systems will be an advantage as well
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Stress tolerance
  • Decision-making

 PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY. 

 

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

 

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Life & Brand Portfolio is seeking an experienced Shift Leader to lead the team in one of our kitchens in Flic en Flac Mauritius. Reporting to the General Manager, the ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • To ensure that all meals, snacks and functions are correctly prepared, cooked and served.
  • To ensure that foodstuffs are used correctly so that wastage is kept to a minimum, and staff are trained to effect good portion control.
  • To re-arrange duties and rosters as necessary to ensure that all tasks are correctly and timeously completed.
  • To ensure that the preparation of food is hygienic and that a “clean as you go” discipline is adhered to.
  • To ensure that food in the bains-marie looks attractive at all times, re-garnishing where necessary or replenishing.
  • To ensure that company and statutory hygiene standards are maintained.
  • To ensure that all kitchen staff are clean and correctly dressed at all times.
  • To promote team spirit and lead by example.
  • To assist with or present regular training or coaching sessions, so that staff perform their duties correctly.
  • To report any faults or defects to management, paying particular attention to any safety or health hazard.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 3 years in a similar role.
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
  • Strong Leadership ability;
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Stress tolerance
  • Decision-making

Salary negotiable based on experience.

Willingness to relocate to Mauritius.

Accommodation and Transport will be provided for candidate only.

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an experienced Assistant General Manager to assist in running our Tiger’s Milk Century City restaurant. The Assistant General Manager will be responsible for the assisting and supporting the General Manager. Assist with supervision, performance management and effective delegation to various junior managers and staff to ensure an efficient and smooth-running restaurant.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Ensure daily store operational requirements are met
Ensure smooth running of front of house and back of house
Supervision of staff
Ensure store hygiene, maintenance, health and safety requirements are met
Beverage cost, food costs and stock control are within specified range
Be on duty for busy shifts, weekends and all functions.
Ensure effective communication between staff as well as management
Ensure reports are issued timeously

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

2-3 years in a similar role.
Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
Strong Leadership ability;
Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
High attention to detail and process driven;
Ability to interpret statistical information;
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
Ability to multi-task
Discretion and integrity
Problem analysis and problem-solving skills
Stress tolerance
Decision-making
This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Lookout Deck is looking for an experienced Procurement Leader to control and distribute items from the restaurant store room. Reporting to the General Manager, the Procurement Leader will be required to purchase and maintain inventory levels and dispersal of all food and beverage products.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Purchase and maintain inventory levels and dispersal of all food and beverage products.
  • Establish and maintain the most effective purchasing and receiving procedures.
  • Control inventory levels and record keeping of all transfers to ensure cost controls are in place. Ensure the most accurate accounting procedures for food and beverage costs per outlet on a monthly basis.
  • Check daily variances.
  • Be present with all stock takes and verify the counts with spot checks.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

  • Minimum of 2-3 years in a similar role.
  • Basic knowledge of storage procedures.
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and process driven.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task.
  • Discretion and integrity.
  • Stress tolerance.
  • Decision-making.
  • Professional and friendly. (Even in tough situations)
  • Effective communication skills with guests and staff.
  • Quick thinking and a team player.
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty.

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

Unclaimed in Kloof Street seeks an experienced professional Head Bartender to join our team. Reporting to the General Manager, the candidate will be responsible for providing excellent service to guests. The ideal candidate should be friendly, highly motivated, efficient and have previous head bartending experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant customers
  • Interact with customers, take orders and serve normal menu.
  • Assess customers’ needs and preferences, make recommendations and upsell.
  • Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
  • Validate customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age.
  • Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
  • Stay customer focused and nurture an excellent customer experience.
  • Comply with all food and beverage regulations and brand standards (SOPs).
  • Time to time stock take spot checks.
  • Rostering bar employees
  • Responsible for the stock in the bar area.
  • Ensure cleanliness of all bar areas.
  • Maintain cleanliness and standards in all bar storerooms.
  • Control glassware and equipment ensuring minimal breakages and responsible and correct usage of equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • Minimum of 2-3 years in a similar role.
  • Knowledge of beer, wine, cocktails and spirits.
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
  • Strong communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Self-motivated with the Ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Stress tolerance
  • Decision-making
  • Professional and friendly. (Even in tough situations)
  • Effective communication skills with guests and staff.
  • Quick thinking and a team player.
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL

 

Life & Brand Portfolio seeks an administrator with experience working in a restaurant to join our teams in Suncoast. The ideal candidate should highly motivated, efficient and detail orientated. This person will be responsible for the administrative support to the restaurant. This candidate will be responsible for the administration of all three of our restaurants in Suncoast.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Daily, weekly and monthly administrative requirements; weekly wages and salaries, capturing invoices, capturing wastage, capturing production, daily cash ups and feedback to GM;
  • Storeroom stock control reverting with feedback and action plans to manage and prevent stock losses;
  • Constant communication with the management team and daily post-shift handover making use of the handover email;
  • Brief handover meetings on changeover to ensure all operational requirements are met;
  • Daily security operational requirements;
  • Daily pre and post shift checklists are completed, checked and filed;
  • Responsibility and accountability for KPI’s – 80% Pass on Audit;

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

  • 2-3 years in a similar role.
  • Experience in dealing with high volume, in a similar environment would be preferable
  • Ability to delegate and manage down effectively;
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • High attention to detail and process driven;
  • Ability to interpret statistical information;
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of management, external customers and third-party service providers;
  • Self-motivated and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Discretion and integrity
  • Stress tolerance
  • This person will be for employment in a position of trust and honesty and entails the handling of cash or finances

PLEASE NOTE THAT PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES FROM A PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUND, IN TERMS OF OUR COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE FEEDBACK WITHIN TWO WEEKS PLEASE ASSUME THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOT BEEN SUCCESSFUL