Operations Manager – Catering / Restaurant

Operations Manager – Catering / Restaurant

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: AED 5,000 – 7,500 per month (commensurate with experience)

About Us

We are a premium catering service based in Dubai, specializing in corporate catering for meetings, conferences, and special events. Rooted in Kerala’s rich culinary heritage, we are committed to quality, hygiene, and timely delivery — values that have earned us a strong reputation in the UAE catering industry.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Operations Manager to lead the operations of our central kitchen and production unit in Al Quoz. The role demands operational excellence, strong leadership, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Experience in catering, cloud kitchens, or high-volume restaurant operations is highly desirable.Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations, including food production, hygiene, dispatch, and logistics
• Lead and motivate kitchen and delivery staff to foster a performance-driven team culture
• Ensure timely, accurate delivery of catering and banquet orders with a focus on service excellence
• Oversee inventory control, cost optimization, and waste management
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality food safety standards and support audit readiness
• Conduct regular site and client visits, team briefings, and performance reviews
• Identify and resolve operational inefficiencies through proactive process improvements
• Maintain clear, professional communication with clients, vendors, and internal teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business Management, or related field (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in catering, cloud kitchen, or restaurant operations within the UAE
• Strong leadership and cross-functional team management skills
• Proven ability to control operational costs (consumables, fuel, logistics, equipment)
• Track record of high service standards, order accuracy, and client satisfaction
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); non-Malayalam candidates preferred for team balance
• Valid UAE Driving License (preferred)
• Age: 40 or below

Why Join Us?

• Lead operations in a fast-growing, culturally rooted catering brand
• Competitive salary with room for career progression
• Work in a collaborative, improvement-oriented environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Be part of a team dedicated to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction

Additional Details

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Experience Required: 2+ years in catering/restaurant operations (UAE)
License Required: UAE Driving License (preferred/mandatory)

Ready to lead and grow with us? Apply now with your updated CV.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED7,500.00 per month