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Restaurant managers

Restaurant managers plan, organize and direct the operations of cafes, restaurants and related establishments to provide dining and catering services.

Skill level: Skilled

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  • Salary range for the majority of workers in Restaurant managers - from $5,125 to $8,800 per month - 2026.
  • A Restaurant managers typically earns between $5,125 and $8,769 gross per month at the start of the job.
  • After 5 years of service, this is between $5,269 and $8,935 per month for a working week of 38 hours.

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  • Restaurant manager
  • Catering manager
  • Kitchen manager

Job Responsibilities

  • Planning menus in consultation with chefs and cooks
  • Planning and organizing special functions
  • Arranging the purchasing and pricing of goods according to budget
  • Maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions
  • Ensuring that dining, kitchen and food storage facilities comply with health regulations and are clean, functional and of suitable appearance
  • Conferring with customers to assess their satisfaction with meals and service
  • Selecting staff, setting staff work schedules, and training and supervising waiting and kitchen staff
  • Taking reservations, greeting guests and assisting in taking orders
  • Negotiating arrangements with clients and suppliers
  • Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations

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  • Restaurant manager
  • Catering manager
  • Kitchen manager

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