Restaurant Manager

About the role

The Restaurant Manager will lead the daily operations of a fine‑dining venue in Abu Dhabi, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence in line with luxury hospitality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all front‑of‑house activities, including service delivery, ambience, and coordination with the kitchen.
• Handle guest feedback, complaints and service recovery to maintain high satisfaction and repeat business.
• Lead, motivate and schedule the restaurant team, conduct briefings and ensure professional grooming standards.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management initiatives.
• Monitor financial performance, daily sales, cost control, wastage and inventory usage.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, health‑safety, HACCP and municipal regulations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and accurate billing procedures.
• Coordinate private dining events, promotions and special occasions with Marketing and Events teams.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing fine‑dining or upscale restaurant operations.
• Strong leadership and team‑building abilities.
• Excellent guest‑relation skills with a focus on personalized service.
• Ability to manage financial targets, cost control and inventory.
• Knowledge of health‑safety standards and ability to enforce compliance.

Required skills

• HACCP and food safety standards