restaurant operations manager

GB, Dubai

<p>A <b>popular, high-volume restaurant brand in Dubai</b> is seeking to hire a <b>Restaurant Operations Manager</b> on a <b>6&ndash;7 month contract</b> (extendable by mutual agreement).</p><p><b>Start Date:</b> Immediate or within 2 weeks<br/><b>Language Requirement:</b> Arabic (mandatory), English preferred</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee <b>all restaurant floor operations</b> during busy service hours</li><li>Manage <b>table flow, order processing, and guest seating</b> to maximize efficiency</li><li>Personally <b>welcome guests and ensure smooth dining experiences</b></li><li>Deliver <b>100% guest satisfaction</b> and maintain <b>high online/social ratings</b></li><li>Monitor service quality and resolve guest concerns instantly</li><li>Recruit, train, and lead FOH teams to uphold top hospitality standards</li><li>Ensure hygiene and safety standards per Dubai Municipality regulations</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Proven experience managing <b>large-cover, high-pressure restaurants</b></li><li>Strong leadership and staff training capabilities</li><li><b>Arabic fluency is a must</b>; English highly valued</li><li>Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment</li><li>UAE experience preferred</li></ul><p>Package</p><ul><li>Competitive salary (details shared with shortlisted candidates)</li><li>Contract: 6&ndash;7 months, extendable</li></ul><p>Job Type: Contract<br/>Contract length: 6 months</p><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Restaurant Operations: 6 years (Required)</li></ul><p>Language:</p><ul><li>Arabic (Required)</li></ul>

Restaurant Operations Manager

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><div></div><div><br>
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Who We Are:
<div>
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><br>
</div><div>The pay rate for this position is $23.00 to $27.00.</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><div></div>

Restaurant & Operations Manager

First Watch

<div>Overview:
<div><b>
Our YOU FIRST Philosophy</b></div><div></div><div><br>
In addition to no night shifts and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about you! That&rsquo;s where our YOU FIRST culture begins &ndash; each day, we put our employees first and strive to make them happy. They are empowered with an independence to make decisions that will help provide an exceptional breakfast, brunch, or lunch experience for their customers. In fact, we like to say, we love our employees more than bacon. And that says a lot.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
A Few of The Perks (and not just the coffee!)</b></div><div><b>
 </b>All employees are eligible for the following:
</div><ul><li>One Shift - No Night Shifts. Ever.</li><li>
Opportunity to grow your career with a great company and great people!</li><li>
24/7 Employee Assistance Program</li><li>
401(K) Retirement Savings Program (must be employed for 60 days and must be 21 years of age to participate)*</li><li>
As a Restaurant Operations Manager, you will be eligible for quarterly bonus payment based on restaurant's performance.</li><li>
Life Insurance*</li><li>
Short Term Disability*</li><li>
Long-Term Disability*</li><li>
Dental*</li><li>
Vision*</li><li>
Health Insurance*</li><li>
Bright Horizon - back up child and elder care*</li><li>
Spot Insurance*</li><li>
Supplemental Insurance (accident, critical illness, indemnity) *</li><li>
Meal Discount</li><li>
Complimentary premium access to the Calm App, plus 5 gift subscriptions</li><li>
Unlimited access to medical and behavioral telemedicine through Cirrus MD
</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement &amp; High School Diploma Program</li><li>
Perks at Work (over 30,000 discounts on purchases for travel, fitness, auto event tickets &amp; more)</li><li>
Childcare Discount Program</li><li>
Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li><i>Employees must enroll within 30 days for hire and the benefit begins the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment</i></li></ul><br>
<div></div>
Responsibilities:
<div><b>
About the Position</b></div><div></div><div><br>
First Watch Managers love mornings and the smell of bacon, and most importantly, they have an innate passion for serving others. We&rsquo;re not just talking great customer service or amazing food (although customers and food are <i>also</i> high on our list). We hire managers that coach and develop team members who, in turn, fall in love with serving others &ndash; and thus the beautiful cycle of restaurant life continues.</div><div><br>
</div><div>We have immense pride in our food which is why we don&rsquo;t subscribe to the old BOH versus FOH management structure. At First Watch, each manager is responsible for supervising both kitchen operations <i>and</i> the overall dining experience.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><ul><li>
Learns and supports our You First culture and core values</li><li>
Puts their supervisory skills to work, making sure daily operations runs according to plan and with high standards</li><li>
Understands that we source great food for a reason and that our recipes must be followed</li><li>
Knows the restaurant sales and traffic goals &ndash; and works to exceed them</li><li>
Coaches and observes the First Watch Five Steps of Service being implemented at every table</li><li>
Understands the background story of our 10 Commitments &ndash; and puts them into action</li><li>
Responds with a sense of urgency to both customer and employee concerns
</li><li>Communicates and takes immediate ownership of repair and maintenance issues</li><li>
Is certified in food safety &ndash; and identifies and coaches in all areas of safe food handling</li><li>
Is continuously scouting for and interviewing candidates to join our team</li><li>
Keeps our company assets secure; including computers, point of sale, security systems and equipment</li><li>
Understands the key responsibilities of every position in the restaurant</li><li>
Puts an immediate stop to any inappropriate behavior, investigates as needed</li><li>
Trains, coaches, and develops team members daily</li><li>
Recognizes performance that goes above and beyond</li><li>
Accounts for all daily revenues and deposits</li><li>
Completes our admin duties &ndash; and gets required paperwork in on time</li></ul>
Who We Are:
<div>
First Watch is the leading Daytime Dining concept serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch and lunch using the freshest ingredients available. Guided by its &ldquo;Follow the Sun&rdquo; culinary philosophy, First Watch's chef-driven menu rotates five times a year to feature the highest-quality flavors at their peak, offering elevated executions of classic favorites, fresh juices like the Kale Tonic, and fan favorites such as the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Quinoa Power Bowl and signature Million Dollar Bacon. For every kid&rsquo;s meal served, First Watch proudly donates a portion to organizations and causes making a positive impact in our communities &ndash; raising more than $1.7 million to date. A recipient of hundreds of local &ldquo;Best Breakfast&rdquo; and &ldquo;Best Brunch&rdquo; awards, First Watch was voted 2025&rsquo;s #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek&rsquo;s Readers&rsquo; Choice Awards and was also named 2024&rsquo;s #1 Most Loved Workplace&reg; in America by Newsweek and the Best Practice Institute, after appearing on the list in 2022 and 2023, as well. With a commitment to quality, hospitality and community, First Watch is redefining Daytime Dining across more than 600 restaurants in 31 states. For more information, visit www.firstwatch.com.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
First Watch is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, First Watch will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.</i></div>
Pay Range: Up to $65,000.00</div>

<div>Overview:
<div><b>
Our YOU FIRST Philosophy</b></div><div></div><div><br>
In addition to no night shifts and our fully chef-curated menu, our #1 priority has always been our people. We care about our customers, and we care about you! That&rsquo;s where our YOU FIRST culture begins &ndash; each day, we put our employees first and strive to make them happy. They are empowered with an independence to make decisions that will help provide an exceptional breakfast, brunch, or lunch experience for their customers. In fact, we like to say, we love our employees more than bacon. And that says a lot.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
A Few of The Perks (and not just the coffee!)</b></div><div><b>
 </b>All employees are eligible for the following:
</div><ul><li>One Shift - No Night Shifts. Ever.</li><li>
Opportunity to grow your career with a great company and great people!</li><li>
24/7 Employee Assistance Program</li><li>
401(K) Retirement Savings Program (must be employed for 60 days and must be 21 years of age to participate)*</li><li>
As a Restaurant Operations Manager, you will be eligible for quarterly bonus payment based on restaurant's performance.</li><li>
Life Insurance*</li><li>
Short Term Disability*</li><li>
Long-Term Disability*</li><li>
Dental*</li><li>
Vision*</li><li>
Health Insurance*</li><li>
Bright Horizon - back up child and elder care*</li><li>
Spot Insurance*</li><li>
Supplemental Insurance (accident, critical illness, indemnity) *</li><li>
Meal Discount</li><li>
Complimentary premium access to the Calm App, plus 5 gift subscriptions</li><li>
Unlimited access to medical and behavioral telemedicine through Cirrus MD
</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement &amp; High School Diploma Program</li><li>
Perks at Work (over 30,000 discounts on purchases for travel, fitness, auto event tickets &amp; more)</li><li>
Childcare Discount Program</li><li>
Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li><i>Employees must enroll within 30 days for hire and the benefit begins the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment</i></li></ul><br>
<div></div>
Responsibilities:
<div><b>
About the Position</b></div><div></div><div><br>
First Watch Managers love mornings and the smell of bacon, and most importantly, they have an innate passion for serving others. We&rsquo;re not just talking great customer service or amazing food (although customers and food are <i>also</i> high on our list). We hire managers that coach and develop team members who, in turn, fall in love with serving others &ndash; and thus the beautiful cycle of restaurant life continues.</div><div><br>
</div><div>We have immense pride in our food which is why we don&rsquo;t subscribe to the old BOH versus FOH management structure. At First Watch, each manager is responsible for supervising both kitchen operations <i>and</i> the overall dining experience.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><ul><li>
Learns and supports our You First culture and core values</li><li>
Puts their supervisory skills to work, making sure daily operations runs according to plan and with high standards</li><li>
Understands that we source great food for a reason and that our recipes must be followed</li><li>
Knows the restaurant sales and traffic goals &ndash; and works to exceed them</li><li>
Coaches and observes the First Watch Five Steps of Service being implemented at every table</li><li>
Understands the background story of our 10 Commitments &ndash; and puts them into action</li><li>
Responds with a sense of urgency to both customer and employee concerns
</li><li>Communicates and takes immediate ownership of repair and maintenance issues</li><li>
Is certified in food safety &ndash; and identifies and coaches in all areas of safe food handling</li><li>
Is continuously scouting for and interviewing candidates to join our team</li><li>
Keeps our company assets secure; including computers, point of sale, security systems and equipment</li><li>
Understands the key responsibilities of every position in the restaurant</li><li>
Puts an immediate stop to any inappropriate behavior, investigates as needed</li><li>
Trains, coaches, and develops team members daily</li><li>
Recognizes performance that goes above and beyond</li><li>
Accounts for all daily revenues and deposits</li><li>
Completes our admin duties &ndash; and gets required paperwork in on time</li></ul>
Who We Are:
<div>
First Watch is the leading Daytime Dining concept serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch and lunch using the freshest ingredients available. Guided by its &ldquo;Follow the Sun&rdquo; culinary philosophy, First Watch's chef-driven menu rotates five times a year to feature the highest-quality flavors at their peak, offering elevated executions of classic favorites, fresh juices like the Kale Tonic, and fan favorites such as the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Quinoa Power Bowl and signature Million Dollar Bacon. For every kid&rsquo;s meal served, First Watch proudly donates a portion to organizations and causes making a positive impact in our communities &ndash; raising more than $1.7 million to date. A recipient of hundreds of local &ldquo;Best Breakfast&rdquo; and &ldquo;Best Brunch&rdquo; awards, First Watch was voted 2025&rsquo;s #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek&rsquo;s Readers&rsquo; Choice Awards and was also named 2024&rsquo;s #1 Most Loved Workplace&reg; in America by Newsweek and the Best Practice Institute, after appearing on the list in 2022 and 2023, as well. With a commitment to quality, hospitality and community, First Watch is redefining Daytime Dining across more than 600 restaurants in 31 states. For more information, visit www.firstwatch.com.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
First Watch is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, First Watch will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.</i></div>
Pay Range: Up to $83,304.00</div>

Hilton

<div><p>Restaurant Manager</p><p>
A Restaurant Manager is responsible for managing restaurant operations to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while training staff and working within budgeted guidelines.<br>
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<b>What will I be doing?</b><p><br>
As a Restaurant Manager, you are responsible for managing restaurant operations to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Restaurant Manager will also be required to manage, train, and develop team members and work within all budgeted guidelines. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:</p><ul>
<li>Manage Restaurant operations</li>
<li>Maintain exceptional levels of customer service</li>
<li>Recruit, manage, train and develop the Restaurant team</li>
<li>Manage guest queries in a timely and efficient manner</li>
<li>Work within budgeted guidelines in relation to Food and Payroll</li>
<li>Drive sales to maximize budgeted revenue</li>
<li>Develop menus with other members of Food and Beverage team</li>
<li>Accountable for monthly stock takes</li>
<li>Incentivise team members to maximize sales and revenue</li>
<li>Set departmental targets and objectives, work schedules, budgets, and policies and procedures</li>
<li>Evaluate guest satisfaction levels with a focus on continuous improvement</li>
<li>Ensure communication meetings are conducted and post-meeting minutes generated</li>
<li>Be environmentally aware</li>
<li>Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships</li>
<li>Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation</li></ul><b>
What are we looking for?</b><p><br>
A Restaurant Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:</p><ul>
<li>Management and/or supervisory Food and Beverage experience</li>
<li>Able to meet financial targets</li>
<li>Ability to comply with all Food and Beverage brand standards</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure</li>
<li>Excellent grooming standards</li>
<li>Willingness to develop team members and self</li>
<li>Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations</li></ul>
<p>It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:</p><ul>
<li>Degree in relevant area</li>
<li>Passion for delivering exceptional levels of guest service</li></ul><br>
<b>
What will it be like to work for Hilton?</b><br>
<p>Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its . Our vision &ldquo;to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality&rdquo; unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!</p></div>

Restaurant Manager

LA ROSIST ROSE LLC

<p><b>Job Title: Operations Manager &ndash; Caf&eacute;/Restaurant</b></p><p><b>Location:</b> Umm Ramool, Dubai, UAE<br/><b>Job Type:</b> Full-Time<br/><b>Experience Required:</b> Minimum 5 Years<br/><b>Industry:</b> Food &amp; Beverage / Hospitality</p><p><b>About the Role:</b></p><p>We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced <b>Operations Manager</b> to oversee the day-to-day operations of our caf&eacute;/restaurant. The ideal candidate will have at least <b>5 years of proven experience</b> in a similar role within the F&amp;B or hospitality industry and hold a valid <b>PIC (Person-In-Charge) Certificate</b> or other relevant food safety certifications.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Manage daily operations to ensure efficiency and high-quality service</li><li>Monitor inventory, supply chain, and cost control</li><li>Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations</li><li>Improve operational processes and customer satisfaction</li><li>Work closely with the team to maintain standards</li><li>Handle customer feedback and resolve issues promptly</li><li>Generate reports on performance, sales, and KPIs</li></ul><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Minimum <b>5 years of experience</b> as an Operations Manager or similar role in F&amp;B/hospitality</li><li>Valid <b>PIC Certificate</b> or other related food safety/hygiene certifications</li><li>Strong leadership and team management skills</li><li>Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Proficient in using POS systems and restaurant management software</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Arabic language skills are an advantage</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p>

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