Restaurant Manager

Employment Overview
Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Hospitality
Function: Hospitality / Travel
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

What You ll Do

* Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring world-class guest experiences
* Lead, mentor, and motivate staff to maintain the highest service standards
* Recruit, train, and develop a strong, professional team
* Maintain Michelin-level service quality and implement continuous improvements
* Manage budgets and optimize costs without compromising guest satisfaction
* Oversee inventory management and supplier relationships
* Coordinate with the kitchen team for menu planning, special events, and smooth service flow
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards
* Handle VIP reservations and special requests with discretion and excellence
* Resolve guest feedback promptly and professionally to maintain loyalty
* Support promotional activities and marketing campaigns to enhance the restaurant s reputation
* Prepare operational reports and performance analysis for management

Ideal Profile

* Proven experience managing fine dining or Michelin-rated establishments
* Strong leadership and team-building skills
* Knowledge of Lebanese cuisine and hospitality is a major advantage
* Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
* Fluency in English and Arabic; other languages are a plus
* Degree in hospitality management preferred