Assistant Restaurant Manager

Azadea; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Azadea in Abu Dhabi seeks an Assistant Restaurant Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, supervise the team, and contribute to exceptional service and guest satisfaction. The role requires 4–6 years in F&B operations, at least 1 year in a managerial position, a Bachelor's degree in F&B or Hospitality, fluent English (Arabic a plus), and proficiency in MS Office.

You will monitor costs, manage opening/closing, handle customer issues, ensure health and safety compliance, and work with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in F&B or Hospitality Management.
• 4–6 years in F&B operations.
• 1 year in a managerial role.
• Fluent English; Arabic is a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food preparation and presentation; ensure high-quality meals.
• Manage restaurant operations: opening/closing, shifts, purchasing coordination.
• Monitor team performance; meet targets and reward performance.
• Handle customer complaints and complex queries.
• Assess displayed items for quantity and quality; adjust as needed.
• Follow HS&E policies to mitigate risks.
• Monitor F&B costs; oversee budget alignment and pricing strategies.
• Record invoices per company policy.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Operations management

Cost control

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in F&B / Hospitality

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Assistant Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily restaurant operations managing and supervising the team and actively contributing to achieving exceptional service and guest satisfaction

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise the food preparation and presentation process check the quantity and quality of displayed items and take necessary actions to ensure high-quality meals are produced
• Manage all restaurant operations including overseeing opening and closing procedures conducting maintenance checks managing shifts and coordinating with the purchasing department
• Monitor the team s performance oversee the restaurant s set targets ensure work is completed to standards of productivity quality and timeliness and reward the team accordingly
• Execute various customer service activities including handling complaints addressing complex queries and investigating and resolving customer problems
• Execute comprehensive assessments and evaluations of displayed items to ensure both quantity and quality meet specified standards taking appropriate actions as needed
• Follow the organization s Health Safety and Environment HS amp E policies procedures and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate risks safeguarding the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others
• Monitor daily F amp B costs oversee budget alignment with the management team and optimize inventory and pricing strategies accordingly
• Record all invoices in accordance with company policy

LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Language Proficiency- Fluency in English.
• Fluency in Arabic is a plus.
• Technical Skills- Proficiency in MS Office.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor s degree in Food and Beverage, or Hospitality Management, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE

• General ExperienceFour to six years of experience in F&B Operations, or a similar role.
• Managerial ExperienceOne year of experience in a managerial role.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Customer FocusBuilds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For example, keeps in contact with customers to ensure problems are resolved, or to improve customer service. Studies customer feedback and emerging customer needs and uses these to determine some creative new ideas.
• Directs WorkProvides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. For example, asks questions to understand the desired outcomes for the role; confirms accountabilities with others so that work can be done effectively and efficiently; informs stakeholders when there are delays or problems that will affect them.
• Drives ResultsConsistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. For example, holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles.
• Communicates EffectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. For example, disseminates knowledge, insights, and updates in a polished, precise, and compelling manner. Demonstrates a deep interest in others' comments. Creates rich documents and reports.
• Situational AdaptabilityAdapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. For example, swiftly and easily adapts approach to a wide array of different or changing situations. Is inquisitive about evolving situations; identifies how to adapt early.