Restaurant Manager (Chennai)

Job Description

Role & responsibilities A restaurant manager would be responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing staff, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining quality standards. Key duties include recruiting, training, and supervising staff, creating staffing rosters, planning menus, and managing budgets. They also need to ensure compliance with hygiene and health & safety regulations, promote the restaurant, and manage stock levels. Preferred candidate profile Restaurant Management Experience: Previous experience as a restaurant manager, assistant manager, or in a similar role is highly valued. Food and Beverage Industry: Experience in the food and beverage industry is generally preferred, demonstrating a foundational understanding of restaurant operations and customer service. Management Experience: Direct experience in managing teams, overseeing operations, and handling customer service issues is crucial. Skills: Customer Satisfaction and Service: A strong focus on customer satisfaction and excellent customer service skills are essential. Communication: Effective communication skills are needed for interacting with staff and customers, resolving issues, and ensuring smooth operations. Leadership: Strong leadership skills are necessary for motivating and managing a team of restaurant staff. Problem-Solving: The ability to quickly assess and resolve problems that arise in a fast-paced restaurant environment is crucial. Food and Beverage Knowledge: A solid understanding of food and beverage operations, including inventory management and quality control, is important. Restaurant Management Software: Proficiency in restaurant management software and point-of-sale systems is often preferred. Qualifications: Hospitality Management Degree: A degree in hospitality management or a related field is often a plus, but not always required. Relevant Training: Relevant training or apprenticeships in hospitality or restaurant management are also beneficial.