Restaurant Manager

Driven by a passion for creating unique home-grown food concepts, The Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality group behind the region's most beloved brands - SALT, Parker's, Somewhere, Public, Kumo, and Shalwa. Each concept is a testament to our commitment to innovative experiences, community connection, and high standards of service.

We are looking for a highly skilled and guest-focused Restaurant Manager/Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead our fine dining concept. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for hospitality, a strong sense of leadership, and a deep understanding of luxury service standards. You will be responsible for ensuring an exceptional dining experience, optimizing operations, and driving business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day to day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction
• Lead, train, and inspire the front-of-house and back-of-house teams
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and service
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism and resolve issues promptly
• Monitor inventory, manage costs, and control P&L performance
• Drive sales through up-selling, customer engagement, and local marketing initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety, and UAE regulations
• Work closely with the culinary team to align service delivery with menu and concept
• Manage staff scheduling, performance reviews, and development plans

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager/Assistant Restaurant Manager in upper-casual/fine dining environment
• Fluency in English required
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Hands-on knowledge of restaurant financials, cost control, and team management
• Experience in the UAE preferred
• Positive attitude, guest-centric mindset, and attention to detail

We don't just want someone to run the floor. We want someone who makes every guest remember why they came.