We are seeking a skilled Restaurant Manager to lead our upscale Italian fine dining concept within a prestigious 5-star hotel in Dubai. This role is designed for a dynamic hospitality professional who excels in luxury environments and is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring service standards meet luxury hospitality benchmarks.
• Provide an exceptional dining experience, maintaining high service quality and guest satisfaction.
• Manage and lead a diverse team, including recruitment, training, performance management, and motivation.
• Ensure strict quality control of food, beverage, and service standards.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to deliver authentic Italian cuisine and menu excellence.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic planning, upselling, and cost control initiatives.
• Monitor financial performance, including budgeting, P&L, and cost management.
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality regulations and health & safety standards.
• Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally, ensuring timely resolution.
• Build strong relationships with guests to foster loyalty and repeat business.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager in fine dining or luxury hospitality.
• Proven experience with Italian cuisine concepts is highly preferred.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team management skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Solid understanding of restaurant financials and cost control.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-end dining environment.
• Strong knowledge of Italian dining service styles, cuisine, and culture is advantageous.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional guest satisfaction and operational performance.
• Experience in 5-star hotels, luxury resorts, or standalone fine dining restaurants is preferred.
• Candidates currently based in the UAE are encouraged to apply; relocation support will be provided for suitable candidates from outside the UAE.

What We Offer

• Salary: AED 10,000
• Fully furnished 1-bedroom apartment.
• Tips as per company policy.
• Residence visa & medical insurance (self).
• Annual flight encashment to home destination every year.
• Relocation assistance for selected candidates from outside the UAE.
• 6 days off per month (subject to operational requirements).

Work Schedule

This position follows an operational schedule based on luxury hospitality needs. Working hours may include evenings, weekends, and public holidays, especially during peak seasons, banquets, and special events. Weekly days off are rotational and subject to operational requirements.