Restaurant Captain – Front of House Lead

About the role

Apt Resources is looking for an experienced Restaurant Captain to lead front‑of‑house operations at a prestigious dining venue in Dubai. You will ensure seamless service, high guest satisfaction, and smooth coordination between the dining area, kitchen and bar.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise front‑of‑house staff to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Manage seating plans and reservations to optimise dining flow.
• Address guest inquiries, concerns and feedback professionally.
• Coordinate with kitchen and bar teams for timely and accurate service.
• Maintain cleanliness, presentation and safety standards in the dining area.
• Train and mentor team members on service protocols and company policies.
• Monitor service‑related inventory and communicate needs to management.
• Prepare regular reports on service performance and guest satisfaction.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Captain or similar supervisory role in hospitality.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent knowledge of food and beverage service standards.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure.
• Exceptional communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Flexible availability for evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Familiarity with Dubai’s hospitality standards and multicultural guest expectations.
• Hospitality‑related certification or degree is advantageous.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant, multicultural environment.
• Professional development and training.