Restaurant Manager – Italian Fine Dining

About the role

The Independent Food Company, a UAE‑based hospitality group behind brands such as SALT, Parker’s and Kumo, is seeking a Restaurant Manager for its new Italian fine‑dining concept. The role combines leadership of both front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house teams to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction.
• Lead, train and inspire front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house teams.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and service.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve issues promptly.
• Monitor inventory, manage costs and control P&L performance.
• Drive sales through up‑selling, customer engagement and local marketing initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety and UAE regulations.
• Collaborate closely with the culinary team to align service delivery with menu and concept.
• Manage staff scheduling, performance reviews and development plans.

Required profile

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Restaurant Manager in an upper‑casual/fine‑dining environment.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Hands‑on knowledge of restaurant financials, cost control and team management.
• Experience in the UAE preferred.
• Positive attitude, guest‑centric mindset and attention to detail.