Muti-Unit General Manager

🌟 General Manager – Roadside Complex (Restaurant, Convenience Shop & BP Petrol Station)📍 Location: Kwa

Zulu‑Natal 🧭 Reporting To: Owners / Directors💼 Type: Full‑time, permanent (includes weekends, public holidays & shift flexibility)💰 Salary Range: R55,000 – R70,000 CTC (negotiable based on experience)🚀 Role Overview

A high‑visibility, high‑impact leadership role overseeing a busy roadside complex that includes:🍽️ A popular farm‑style restaurant & bakery/pizza section🛒 A well‑stocked convenience shop⛽ A BP petrol station & forecourt operation

The General Manager is responsible for full operational control, exceptional customer experience for highway travellers, strong financial performance, and leading a diverse team in a fast‑paced, 7‑day‑a‑week environment.🔧 Key Responsibilities🏪 Multi‑Outlet Operational Leadership

Oversee daily operations across the restaurant, convenience shop, and petrol station forecourt.

Ensure smooth coordination between kitchen, front‑of‑house, retail, and fuel teams.

Maintain immaculate site presentation — especially restrooms, parking areas, and forecourt.👥 Team Leadership & Culture

Recruit, train, schedule, and performance‑manage staff across all departments.

Build a motivated, service‑driven culture with strong accountability.

Lead from the front with a hands‑on, visible management style.💰 Financial & Commercial Management

Full P&L responsibility across all outlets.

Manage budgets, cost control (food, fuel, retail), cash handling, and shrinkage.

Drive revenue growth, optimise margins, and achieve profitability targets.

Produce accurate weekly/monthly reports for owners.🌟 Customer Experience Excellence

Ensure fast, friendly, efficient service for travellers.

Maintain high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation.

Handle customer queries, complaints, and feedback professionally.

Ensure restrooms and public areas are consistently spotless.🛡️ Compliance, Safety & Standards

Uphold HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards.

Ensure BP forecourt compliance, fuel handling protocols, and environmental safety.

Oversee equipment maintenance, site repairs, and contractor management.📦 Inventory, Supply & Stock Control

Manage ordering, supplier relationships, stock rotation, and waste reduction.

Ensure accurate stock counts and prevent losses across all outlets.

Maintain product freshness and retail merchandising standards.📈 Marketing & Growth Initiatives

Implement promotions and campaigns to increase footfall and spend.

Collaborate on branding, signage, and customer‑facing communication.

Identify new revenue opportunities and operational improvements.🎓 Requirements & Qualifications📘 Experience5+ years in multi‑unit hospitality or retail management.

Experience in restaurant, convenience retail, or fuel station operations is highly advantageous.

Proven success in high‑volume, fast‑paced environments.🛠️ Skills

Strong leadership and people management.

Excellent financial acumen with P&L ownership.

Operational efficiency and problem‑solving under pressure.

Customer service excellence and conflict resolution.

Strong organisational and multitasking ability.📚 Knowledge

Food safety & hygiene standards (HACCP).

Fuel retail compliance and forecourt operations.

Inventory systems and stock management.

South African labour law and HR basics.💼 Personal Attributes

Hands‑on, energetic, and highly reliable.

Strong work ethic with the ability to work weekends & public holidays.

Passion for quality food, service, and customer satisfaction.

Calm under pressure, solutions‑driven, and proactive.📎 Additional

Matric essential; hospitality/retail/business qualification preferred.

Valid driver’s licence and own transport advantageous.

Clear criminal record.🎁 What We Offer

Competitive salary: R55,000 – R70,000 CTC.

Opportunity to lead a flagship, multi‑outlet roadside operation.

Supportive, family‑owned business environment.

Potential for performance incentives/bonuses.