We've been contacted to find a natural leader to take over Christchurch's leading breakfast & lunch institution "Drexels". The owners have done an outstanding job setting up systems, and turning the business into a well oiled machine, so that you can JUMP right in and hit the ground running.
We are looking for a high performing Venue Manager, with proven hands-on experience managing a high volume restaurant environment. The processes are all in place so you can concentrate on providing exceptional customer service, maximising the profitability of the business.
This role would suit an exceptional Assistant Manager, looking to step up, or a current GM looking for a high performing venue they can run as their own. Staff & people management are a big part of the role, as well as handling rosters, stocktaking, hiring and promotions
This position comes with an exceptional package, including a starting salary of $70,000 + KPI's, phone, meals & uniforms. There is some flexibility around the successful candidates start date, but ideally the sooner the better!
Drexels hours of operation are Monday - Friday 6.30am > 2pm & Saturday - Sunday 7am > 2pm. The Venue Managers expected days of work would be Saturday - Wednesday with Thursday & Fridays as rostered days off (some flexibility would be required around this due to business requirements)
Key requirements (this is only a brief outline)
- Provide a hands-on approach to the coordination and management of the overall Food and Beverage operations, having responsibility and accountability for every aspect of the venue.
- Maintain wage costs to budget guidelines and drive customer spending above agreed targets.
- Identify areas of potential growth for the venue and how the businesses can be improved.
- Proven experience in a fast paced, established restaurant environment, with at least 7 years in a supervisory / leadership role.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to foster good relationships with guests and staff.
- Proven experience in managing budgeted and forecasted payroll/wage and departmental costs (P&L, budgets).
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
All applications for this position must come through Jump Recruitment. Any candidate attempting to contact Drexels directly will automatically be withdrawn from the recruitment process.
If all this sounds like you, then JUMP on the link below and apply now with your CV and a covering letter detailing your experience.
You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand when applying for this role
Please note: This role is based in Christchurch (all applicants must be willing to relocate, if applying for this position).
Don't sit back waiting for the perfect time, sometimes you must dare to JUMP!!
Contact Simon Baker for further information; simon@jumprecruitment.co.nz