Restaurant General Manager – Michelin Background (Dubai-Based)

Restaurant General Manager –Indian Michelin-Starred Fine Dining (Dubai-Based)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Client: Globally Acclaimed Michelin-Starred Restaurant Group

Opening: Q1 Next Year

We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client , a renowned international hospitality group known for its Michelin-starred excellence , for the launch of a prestigious Indian fine dining restaurant in Dubai. As preparations are underway for this high-profile opening, we are seeking an accomplished and visionary Restaurant General Manager to lead the project and ongoing operations.

Role Summary:

The Restaurant General Manager will be responsible for overseeing the full scope of the restaurant’s operations—both pre- and post-opening. This role requires a dynamic leader with the ability to deliver a world-class dining experience, manage high-performing teams, and uphold the brand’s exacting standards of service and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the pre-opening phase , including recruitment, staff training, service planning, and SOP implementation.
• Manage all aspects of daily operations , ensuring service excellence, efficiency, and alignment with Michelin-star standards.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and ownership to create a unified and seamless front- and back-of-house experience.
• Drive financial performance through effective budgeting, cost control, and P&L management.
• Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement across all departments.
• Act as the brand ambassador for the restaurant, maintaining high visibility with VIP guests, media, and strategic partners.
• Ensure compliance with local health, safety, and licensing regulations at all times.

Candidate Requirements:

• Currently based in Dubai , with legal eligibility to work in the UAE.
• Must have experience in working in Stand alone High Volume Restaurant in DIFC area
• 8–10+ years of senior management experience in fine dining or Michelin-starred restaurants.
• A stable, progressive career history with demonstrable leadership success.
• Deep expertise in guest experience, fine dining service standards, and team development.
• Strong business acumen with experience in budgeting, reporting, and cost control.
• Passionate about Indian cuisine and hospitality, with an appreciation for cultural authenticity and modern luxury.

What’s on Offer:

• The opportunity to lead the launch of one of Dubai’s most anticipated fine dining restaurants.
• Competitive executive compensation package.
• Long-term career growth within a prestigious global restaurant group.
• A chance to be part of a legacy brand setting new standards for Indian cuisine in the region.

If you or someone you know is a proven leader in the luxury restaurant space, we invite you to connect with us for a confidential discussion.