director of restaurant operations

Client of Recruit for Africa

<b>Job Description <br></b><div>
 Finance Director | Dubai | High-End Restaurant <br><p>A high-end restaurant located in the vibrant Dubai Marina is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented FINANCE DIRECTOR to oversee all financial operations. This is a senior leadership role within a luxury hospitality environment, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy and support long-term business growth.</p>
 <strong>Job Description:</strong> 
<p>The Finance Director will be responsible for leading the restaurant s financial planning and control. This includes overseeing accounting, reporting, budgeting, and compliance, while providing valuable insights to drive profitability. The role requires a hands-on leader with strong analytical skills and the ability to work closely with senior management in a fast-paced hospitality setting.</p>
 <strong>Candidate Profile:</strong> 
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<li> Bachelor s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or Law (<em style="">a legal background is a strong plus</em>).</li>
<li>Minimum 5 years of finance leadership experience, preferably within the hospitality industry.</li>
<li>Proven expertise in accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting.</li>
<li>Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide financial decision-making.</li>
<li>Exceptional attention to detail, integrity, and business acumen.</li>
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Finance Director | Dubai | High-End Restaurant

Sushi Demure Restaurant

<p>Job Title: Executive Director &ndash; Restaurant Chain (Saudi Arabia) Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Employment Type: Full-time Industry: Food &amp; Beverage / Restaurant Management About the Role A rapidly growing restaurant group in Saudi Arabia is seeking a highly experienced Executive Director to lead its operations, drive strategic growth, and ensure world-class performance across multiple branches. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in scaling restaurant operations, building high-performing teams, and implementing operational excellence frameworks. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily operations and long-term business performance across all branches. Develop and execute growth strategies, expansion plans, and operational systems. Build and manage budgets, cost structures, and P&amp;L reports. Ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with food safety standards (HACCP/ISO). Lead department heads in operations, marketing, HR, and supply chain. Identify opportunities for process automation, digital transformation, and efficiency improvement. Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement. Qualifications &amp; Experience Minimum 5 years of executive or senior operations management experience in the restaurant or hospitality sector. Strong leadership, financial acumen, and strategic planning skills. Solid understanding of Saudi F&amp;B market dynamics. Excellent communication in English (Arabic is a plus). Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or related field. What We Offer Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. Dynamic and growth-oriented work environment. Opportunity to lead a brand expanding nationally and regionally.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: &#65020;5,000.00 - &#65020;8,000.00 per month</p><p>Ability to commute/relocate:</p><ul><li>Riyadh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Management: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>

Executive Director – Restaurant Chain

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   C2i
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  is a forward-thinking holding company redefining the future of Hospitality, Retail, and Lifestyle destinations. Through innovation, strategic partnerships, and purpose-driven initiatives, we develop vibrant communities and pioneering concepts that include co-working, retail, and fine-dining ventures.
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   Director of Operations (Hospitality &amp; Retail)
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  leads the pre-opening, operational readiness and execution for new retail and restaurant units within the C2i portfolio. This role is responsible for translating design and project delivery milestones into full operational launch readiness, overseeing systems, supply chain, recruitment and training, SOP rollouts, vendor integration, marketing operations, and opening execution. The Director works closely with project delivery teams, brand owners, developers, and internal leadership to ensure every opening achieves the brand&rsquo;s performance standards, guest experience expectations, and operational integrity.
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   Develop and maintain the operational critical path (pre‑opening operations workstream), including dependencies, readiness gates, contingency plans, and milestone tracking.
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   Translate project and design handovers into actionable operational launch plans ensuring smooth transitions from construction to operations.
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   Oversee systems setup, user acceptance testing, and go‑live readiness for POS, ERP, payment, inventory, and IT network systems.
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   Coordinate supply chain and vendor readiness: SKU setup, par levels, logistics scheduling, and vendor SLA alignment for pre‑opening stock deliveries.
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   Validate brand and operational standards including menu readiness, service sequences, uniforms, guest journey flow, and back‑of‑house operations.
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   Lead pre‑opening recruitment, onboarding, SOP rollout, and training; conduct simulation runs and manage soft opening activities.
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   Supervise the operational aspects of pre‑opening marketing and brand activation events to ensure readiness of on‑site teams and seamless guest experience.
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   Establish post‑opening stabilization processes (Day+1, Day+7, Day+30), including feedback loops, performance reviews, and operational refinements.
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   Conduct weekly readiness review meetings with project delivery, brand, and developer stakeholders, identifying risks, issues, and decision points.
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   Act as the operations lead in executive and project steering committees, providing updates, dashboards, and recommendations to the CEO.
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   Stakeholder Management &amp; Relationships:
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   Acts as the primary operational liaison with project delivery teams ensuring alignment between construction deliverables and operational needs.
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   Partners with brand owners to localize operational and brand standards in compliance with GCC and UAE market requirements.
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   Interfaces with developers and landlords to ensure operational infrastructure, services, and utilities meet opening-day standards.
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   Provides C2i executive leadership with risk assessments, readiness dashboards, and reports to support strategic decisions.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Hospitality management, Business Administration, or a related discipline (Master&rsquo;s preferred).
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   10&ndash;15 years of progressive operations experience within F&amp;B, retail, or hospitality environments, including direct pre‑opening leadership of multi‑unit portfolios.
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   Strong track record of pre‑opening experience within the GCC; Abu Dhabi or wider UAE experience highly preferred.
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   Proven expertise in operational systems rollout (POS/ERP), supply chain coordination, vendor management, SOP implementation, and training program execution.
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   Advanced proficiency in MS Project, Smartsheet, or Excel for critical path tracking and reporting.
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   Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills across diverse, cross‑functional teams.
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Director of Operations (Hospitality & Retail)

Lucky Strike Entertainment

<div>Overview:
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Imagine your ideal job. Now add bowling, arcade games, amazing parties, and delicious food. Our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers help bring this vision to life every day for guests of their centers&mdash;and have a great time doing so. The Restaurant / Entertainment Manager role is an active one where you&rsquo;re on your feet, coordinating multiple team members, and problem-solving in real time.</div><div>
Our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers assist the General Manager with all aspects of the center and its management. In the General Manager&rsquo;s absence, they&rsquo;re the ones who hold down the fort, assuming responsibility for all center and floor management, from entertainment to Food &amp; Beverage to the property and its equipment as a whole. Amid all their day-to-day, our Restaurant / Entertainment Managers maintain an unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction and a dedication to developing the team&rsquo;s hourly staff. If you&rsquo;ve ever thought of becoming a General Manager at one of our centers, then the Restaurant / Entertainment Manager is a great place to start.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:</b> <b><i>Get a glimpse of all </i></b><b><i>you&rsquo;ll</i></b><b><i> experience as a Restaurant/Hospitality Manager</i></b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
MAKE GUESTS PRIORITY #1</b></div><ul><li>
Be a champion for our guests, consistently delivering exceptional service, soliciting valuable feedback, and actively addressing and resolving guest complaints</li></ul><div><b>
NEVER STOP IMPROVING</b></div><ul><li>
Continually hone our operational execution; schedule staffing levels to meet your center&rsquo;s needs and maximize the guest experience</li></ul><div><b>
TAKE EVERY OPPORTUNITY</b></div><ul><li>
Capitalize on all business opportunities in your market area by executing our marketing strategies to drive sales (leagues, open play bowling, etc.)</li></ul><div><b>
PARTNER WITH LEAGUES</b></div><ul><li>
Develop and maintain a good relationship with league bowlers and officers to help grow our league business; adhere to league formats, distribute league announcements, and perform other administrative duties associated with our leagues</li></ul><div><b>
ASSEMBLE AN ALL-STAR TEAM</b></div><ul><li>
Recruit, hire, train, and schedule a talented team of hourly center staff</li></ul><div><b>
SHOW OFF THOSE MANAGEMENT SKILLS</b></div><ul><li>
Lead the team and influence them through effective motivation; leverage the individual strengths of your team members to ensure guest satisfaction and maximize center productivity; delegate, delegate, delegate...</li></ul><p><b>
DRIVE FOOD &amp; BEVERAGE SALES</b></p><ul><li>
Oversee the management and expansion of your center&rsquo;s Food &amp; Beverage program, ensuring the highest quality standards and exceptional guest satisfaction in our dining offerings. Provide ongoing training and supervision to ensure consistent execution of corporate initiatives and standards, fostering a thriving sales culture.</li></ul><p><b>
REMAIN FLEXIBLE</b></p><ul><li>
An ability to work varying shifts, from weekends to holidays, in addition to extended workdays as needed by your center.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
WHO YOU ARE</b></div><div>
As committed member of our team, you&rsquo;re ready to fill in for your center&rsquo;s General Manager as needed. Your guest service sensibility is as strong as your interpersonal and communication skills. You&rsquo;re flexible enough to support the center through extended workdays, in addition to being able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. What&rsquo;s more, you&rsquo;re a dedicated team player who&rsquo;s great at developing the talents of your team, and you&rsquo;re looking to ultimately take the next step towards becoming a General Manager.</div><p><br>
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<b>DESIRED SKILLS:</b> <b><i>Check out the desired skills below and see if you have what it takes to join our world-class team</i></b></p><ul><li>
2+ Years of Management Experience in kitchen, bar, restaurant, and food service operations</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</li><li>
The ability to supervise center operations staff</li><li>
Strong Team Player</li><li>
Exceptional &ldquo;People Developer&rdquo;</li><li>
Customer Service Pro</li><li>
Knowledge of POS register systems</li></ul><div><b>
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS</b>:</div><br>
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Typical entertainment environment where you will walk, bend and stand for periods of time, and may lift objects with some assistance.</li></ul><br>
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Who We Are:
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Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is one of the world&rsquo;s premier location-based entertainment platforms. With over 360 locations across North America, Lucky Strike Entertainment provides experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. The company also owns the Professional Bowlers Association, the major league of bowling and a growing media property that boasts millions of fans around the globe. For more information on Lucky Strike Entertainment, please visit ir.luckystrikeent.com.</div><div></div><div><br>
The pay rate for this position is $65,000K</div><div></div><div><br>
Lucky Strike Entertainment offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. More details regarding benefits are available here: www.bowlerocorp.com/careers/benefits</div></div>

Restaurant & Operations Manager

SQUARE ONE MALL

<p><b>Brief Job Role: </b></p><p>The Head of Operations will lead all restaurants operations across multiple outlets. The role requires balancing guest experience, team leadership, food quality, and profitability, ensuring smooth coordination between FOH and BOH teams and reports to CEO.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p>&middot; Oversee day-to-day operations of all restaurant/express outlets (FOH &amp; BOH).</p><p>&middot; Ensure seamless guest experiences, from service standards to food presentation.</p><p>&middot; Implement and monitor SOPs, policies, and brand standards across all units.</p><p>&middot; Drive operational efficiency while controlling costs and maximising profitability.</p><p>&middot; Lead and support restaurant managers, supervisors, and service teams.</p><p>&middot; Ensure excellent customer service, guest engagement, and complaint resolution.</p><p>&middot; Monitor staff grooming, service protocols, seating management, and ambiance.</p><p>&middot; Train FOH staff on up-selling, guest interaction, and brand experience delivery.</p><p>&middot; Supervise kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality and presentation.</p><p>&middot; Oversee menu execution, food preparation, hygiene, and food safety compliance.</p><p>&middot; Collaborate with chefs on menu innovation, seasonal offerings, and quality control.</p><p>&middot; Develop and Monitor KPIs (sales, labor cost, food cost, guest satisfaction, etc.).</p><p>&middot; Prepare operational and financial reports for senior management.</p><p>&middot; Support new restaurant openings, expansions, and re-branding projects.</p><p>&middot; Work closely with Marketing, Finance &amp; Supply chain to align promotions and cost efficiencies.</p><p><b>Requirements</b></p><p>&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Hospitality, Business Management, or related field.</p><p>&middot; 10-12 years of experience in restaurant operations, with at least 5 years in managing multiple branches. Preference will be given to the profile handling Fine Dining setup. Proven multi-unit management experience of Fine dine/Casual dining.</p><p>&middot; Strong leadership, team building, and problem-solving skills.</p><p>&middot; Knowledge of food safety regulations, health &amp; safety compliance.</p><p>Apply at hr@esquirescoffee.pk by October 20th, 2025.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Head Of Operations (F&B)

3. Not on Website

<div><p><b>About Biospan</b></p>
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Biospan</b> is a global private chef and nutrition company that helps high-performers, families, and health-focused individuals optimise their lives through clean, organic food and functional nutrition. We're operational in London, LA, NYC, Dubai, and beyond.</p>
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The Opportunity</b></p>
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We're exploring launching a new wellness-focused hospitality concept in Dubai (including a cafe and restaurant) centred around longevity and performance.</p>
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The concept is <b>backed Biospan, </b>and is launching in collaboration with one of the most ambitious new health &amp; longevity destinations.</p>
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We're looking for a <b>sharp, well-rounded operator</b> to lead the day-to-day in Dubai &mdash; someone who can <b>set up systems, manage a lean team, liaise with partners</b>, and scale operations without constant oversight.</p>
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What You'll Be Doing</b></h3>
<ul><li><b>Launch and manage</b> a boutique caf&eacute; and restaurant centred around organic foods and personalised nutrition.<br>
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Managing local regulations and company financials<br>
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Report directly to the founder team and help shape the Dubai operation for future growth<br>
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Handle relationships with local vendors, suppliers, and other wellness stakeholders<br>
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Marketing coordination<br>
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<ul><li>You've launched or managed <b>boutique F&amp;B or wellness venues</b><br>
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You have a track record of launching and managing restaurants<br>
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You know how to run lean operations and build from scratch<br>
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<li>You're <b>comfortable owning the outcome</b> and being the on-the-ground partner in Dubai<br>
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<li>You're well-organised, solutions-driven, and excited about <b>scaling something meaningful in health, food, or longevity</b><br>
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<li>You live and breathe this space &mdash; organic food, nutrition, supplements, recovery protocols, etc.</li>
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<p><b>Details</b></p>
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<li>Salary and equity to be discussed</li>
<li>Start date: as soon as possible</li>
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<p><b>How to Apply</b></p>
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Please fill the application form to apply.</p></div>

Strategic Operator – Dubai Wellness Hospitality Launch

Hilton

<div><p>Director of Operations - Waldorf Astoria Doha Lusail</p><p>
The Director of Operations at Waldorf Astoria Doha Lusail oversees hotel operations to ensure all departments achieve revenue goals and deliver exceptional guest satisfaction.</p><p><b><br>
What will I be doing?</b><br>
</p><p>As Director of Operations, you will be responsible for the effective operational management of the hotel so Heads of Department achieve and exceed their revenue and Guest satisfaction targets. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:</p><ul><li>
Work in conjunction with the General Manager / Area General Manager to actively manage key property issues (including capital projects; customer service; refurbishment)</li><li>
Assist the development of meaningful, achievable hotel budgets and other short and long term hotel strategic goals</li><li>
Provide effective leadership to the hotel management team and team members to ensure targets are met and exceeded</li><li>
Respond to audits that are completed by the company to ensure continual improvement is achieved</li><li>
Plan, direct and coordinate the service delivery of all operational departments in order to meet and exceed guest expectations</li><li>
Comply and exceed hotel and company Service Standards</li><li>
Ensure that costs are controlled throughout the operational departments and results are analysed regularly to highlight problem areas and take appropriate action</li><li>
Manage and develop the Heads of Department to ensure career progression and effective succession planning within the hotel and company</li><li>
Seek and respond to Guest feedback in order to achieve positive outcomes and high levels of customer satisfaction</li><li>
Hold regular briefings and communication meetings with the HOD team</li></ul><p><b>
What are we looking for?</b><br>
</p><p>A Director of Operations serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you must possesss the following qualifications, attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:</p><ul><li>
A degree or diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent</li><li>
Strong commercial acumen, preferably with experience in Food and Beverage or Rooms Management</li><li>
Experience in managing budgets, revenue proposals and forecasting results</li><li>
In-depth knowledge of the hotel / leisure / service sector</li><li>
Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate the team to achieve high level of perform and exceed targets</li><li>
Accountable and resilient</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure</li></ul><p>
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:</p><ul><li>
Knowledge of the hotel property management systems</li><li>
Previous experience in the same or similar role</li></ul><p><b><br>
What is it like working for Hilton?</b></p><p>
The future of hospitality is bright at Hilton: a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture, and we are consistently named among one of the World&rsquo;s Best Workplaces.</p><p>
We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members, so they can Thrive, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as workplace flexibility, career growth and development, and our <b>Go Hilton Team Member Travel</b> discount program. Hilton prioritizes understanding and integrating our Team Members&rsquo; unique perspectives and voices&mdash;along with those of our Guests, Owners, Suppliers, and Partners&mdash;to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it&rsquo;s like to be on Team Hilton!</p><p>
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of his or her role, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.</p></div>

Director of Operations - Waldorf Astoria Doha Lusail

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