Assistant Manager – CuiScene Restaurant

About the role

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, a five-star beachfront luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi, is hiring an Assistant Manager for its CuiScene restaurant. The role delivers personalized service to guests and supports the Restaurant Manager in running daily buffet operations, staff supervision and departmental goals.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver personalized service and welcome guests, anticipating their needs and handling feedback promptly
• Ensure consistent service standards, monitor guest satisfaction and implement improvements
• Assist the Restaurant Manager with daily buffet operations (breakfast, lunch, dinner), including opening and closing procedures, presentation, food replenishment, hygiene and guest flow
• Coordinate with the Culinary team on timely replenishment and quality presentation of buffet items
• Supervise, coach and motivate colleagues, conduct daily briefings, assign duties and allocate staff by business level
• Support training, performance management and departmental financial goals, including revenue targets and cost control
• Monitor operating supplies and inventory, minimize wastage, and handle billing, cash handling and POS operations
• Help with scheduling, attendance monitoring and administrative tasks, and ensure compliance with hotel policies, safety regulations and brand standards
• Promote sustainable practices, maintain cleanliness and hygiene, and work with Kitchen, Stewarding, Engineering, Housekeeping and other departments
• Support hotel events, promotions and special dining experiences

Required profile

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in an assistant managerial role in a luxury hotel or high-volume restaurant
• Strong knowledge of buffet operations and international dining concepts
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment
• Proficiency in English; additional languages are an advantage

Required skills

• Understanding of guest service standards and Food & Beverage operations
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety procedures