Company: Venmac Resources Limited
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: NGN 1000000
Apply Before: 2026-07-31
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced, polished, and highly professional Restaurant Manager to lead the operations of a premium fine dining restaurant.
The ideal candidate must possess exceptional leadership skills, international hospitality exposure, and a passion for delivering world-class guest experiences.
The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for ensuring flawless daily operations, maintaining the highest service standards, driving revenue growth, developing staff, and protecting the restaurant’s reputation as a luxury dining destination.
Candidates with international hospitality exposure or who have lived, studied, or worked abroad are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Management:
Oversee the daily operations of the restaurant to ensure smooth and efficient service.
Maintain impeccable fine dining service standards throughout every shift.
Ensure opening and closing procedures are strictly followed.
Coordinate dining room, kitchen, bar, reservations, and guest relations.
Monitor restaurant cleanliness, ambience, lighting, music, table settings, and overall presentation.
Ensure all service sequences comply with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Guest Experience:
Deliver exceptional guest satisfaction through personalized service.
Welcome VIP guests and handle special requests professionally.
Resolve guest complaints promptly and effectively.
Build strong relationships with regular patrons.
Ensure every guest enjoys a memorable luxury dining experience.
Leadership & Team Management:
Recruit, train, coach, and supervise restaurant staff.
Conduct daily pre-shift briefings and post-service reviews.
Monitor employee performance and provide continuous coaching.
Foster a culture of professionalism, discipline, teamwork, and accountability.
Schedule staff efficiently to meet operational needs.
Conduct performance evaluations.
Financial Management:
Drive restaurant sales and profitability.
Monitor daily revenue and operational costs.
Control labour costs and scheduling.
Minimize wastage and operational losses.
Prepare weekly and monthly operational reports.
Manage budgets and achieve financial targets.
Food & Beverage Quality Control:
Ensure consistency in food quality and presentation.
Maintain high beverage standards.
Work closely with the Executive Chef on menu planning and seasonal offerings.
Monitor portion control and quality assurance.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
Inventory & Cost Control:
Monitor inventory levels.
Supervise stock receiving and storage.
Conduct regular inventory counts.
Prevent theft, wastage, and stock variances.
Approve requisitions according to company policy.
Sales & Business Development:
Develop initiatives to increase restaurant revenue.
Build relationships with corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals.
Promote private dining events and special experiences.
Collaborate with marketing on promotional campaigns.
Increase guest retention and repeat business.
Compliance:
Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
Maintain licensing requirements.
Enforce company policies and operational procedures.
Ensure compliance with labour laws and hospitality regulations.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
5 – 8 years’ experience managing a luxury or fine dining restaurant.
Previous experience in five-star hotels, luxury restaurants, premium hospitality brands, or internationally recognized restaurant chains.
Proven record of increasing revenue and improving guest satisfaction.
Experience managing multicultural teams.
Preferred Candidate Profile
We strongly prefer candidates who possess international hospitality exposure, including individuals who:
Have lived, worked, or studied abroad.
Have worked in luxury hotels, Michelin-level restaurants, or internationally recognized fine dining establishments.
Have experience serving international guests and high-profile clientele.
Understand global hospitality standards and luxury service etiquette.
Have been exposed to international food and beverage trends.
Are familiar with Western, European, Middle Eastern, or Asian fine dining service standards.
Have excellent cultural awareness and adaptability.
Can introduce innovative service ideas and global best practices.
Demonstrate refined etiquette, professionalism, and executive presence.
Preference will be given to candidates with overseas work experience or substantial international exposure.
Required Skills
Leadership:
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
Excellent decision-making abilities.
Guest Relations:
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong conflict resolution abilities.
High emotional intelligence.
Operations:
Strong understanding of fine dining operations.
Knowledge of wine service, beverage operations, and luxury guest service.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Financial:
Budget preparation and monitoring.
Cost control.
Revenue optimization.
Inventory management.
Financial reporting.
Technology:
Proficiency in Restaurant POS systems.
Microsoft Office Suite.
Reservation platforms.
Restaurant management software.
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate should be:
Highly professional and well-groomed.
Confident and articulate.
Customer-focused with exceptional attention to detail.
Passionate about luxury hospitality.
Calm under pressure.
Results-oriented.
Honest and accountable.
Flexible with working hours, weekends, and public holidays.
A proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
How to Apply
venmachospitality@gmail.com
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Source: HotNigerianJobs