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Restaurant Operations Manager

Dubai, UAEPosted 1 weeks ago

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Salary
AED 35k–55k a month· Michael Page
Job type
Full time
Level
Lead
Field
Hospitality & Tourism
Work mode
On site

About the role

Restaurant Operations Manager – Fine Dining Restaurant We are seeking an experienced and passionate Restaurant Operations Manager to lead the daily operations of our signature Fine Dining Restaurant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences, maintaining the highest standards of luxury service, and driving operational and financial success. This role requires a hands-on leader who can inspire a high-performing team, build strong guest relationships, and ensure flawless execution of service standards while creating memorable dining experiences. The Restaurant Operations Manager will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, including guest satisfaction, team leadership, service quality, financial performance, and compliance with company and regulatory standards. Working closely with the culinary team, the successful candidate will ensure seamless coordination between front and back of house, uphold exceptional food and beverage presentation standards, and drive revenue through effective upselling, promotions, and guest retention initiatives. The role also includes analyzing operational performance, managing budgets and labor costs, controlling expenses, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate will hold a Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in luxury hospitality, fine dining restaurants, or upscale standalone venues. A strong understanding of restaurant financials, operational excellence, guest engagement, and team development is essential. Experience with Forbes Travel Guide, LQA, or other luxury hospitality standards is highly desirable. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding leadership, strategic thinking, communication, decision-making, adaptability, and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional results in a fast-paced luxury dining environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in luxury hospitality, fine dining restaurants, or upscale standalone venues. Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Strong understanding of restaurant financials, operational excellence, guest engagement, and team development. Experience with Forbes Travel Guide, LQA, or other luxury hospitality standards is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, including guest satisfaction, team leadership, service quality, financial performance, and compliance with company and regulatory standards. Ensure seamless coordination between front and back of house, uphold exceptional food and beverage presentation standards, and drive revenue through upselling, promotions, and guest retention initiatives. Analyze operational performance, manage budgets and labor costs, control expenses, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.

Skills

  • Guest engagement
  • Team development
  • Budget management
  • Labor cost control
  • Upselling and promotions
  • Food and beverage presentation
  • Operational excellence
  • Strategic thinking
  • Communication
  • Decision-making
  • adaptability
  • Luxury hospitality standards
  • Forbes Travel Guide
  • LQA

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