Doorman / Safety Officer – Night Shift

About the role

Ganesh is looking for a Doorman / Safety Officer for its busy small restaurant, bar and events venue in Observatory, Cape Town. This is an entry-level, full-time night-shift position where you are the first point of contact, managing entry and keeping the venue safe and welcoming for guests and staff.

Key responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and manage entry into the venue
• Monitor guest behaviour and handle situations involving intoxicated guests professionally and discreetly
• Respond to and de-escalate instances of harassment
• Conduct regular patrols of the venue perimeter
• Assist the Safety Officer in maintaining a secure environment
• Provide clear directions and information to guests as needed

Required profile

• Ability to work consistent night shifts
• Physical fitness to stand for long periods and manage crowds
• Calm and composed under pressure
• Basic understanding of safety and security principles
• Open-minded and not biased against people's sexual orientation, race, heritage etc.
• Useful: previous customer-facing experience, experience in a bar, restaurant or events venue, and experience dealing with harassment

Required skills

• Crowd control
• Conflict de-escalation
• Guest entry management
• Venue security monitoring
• Intoxicated guest handling
• Harassment intervention

The role is advertised as a trial-to-hire opportunity with a monthly salary of R7,500; employer details are shared after the trial shift is confirmed.