Assistant Restaurant Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Ennismore, owner of the DELANO Dubai on Bluewaters Island, seeks an Assistant Restaurant Manager to support the Restaurant Manager in leading Blue Door's day-to-day operation, delivering warm, effortless and memorable guest experiences.

You will lead shifts, maintain high service standards, coach the team, coordinate with Culinary and Bar teams, and drive revenue through upselling while ensuring food safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or assistant management experience within a luxury hotel, lifestyle property or elevated restaurant.
• Confident and engaging leader with strong coaching and communication skills.
• Good commercial awareness including revenue, average spend, upselling and cost control.
• Strong food & beverage knowledge and genuine passion for hospitality.
• Naturally warm, personable and confident in building relationships with guests.
• Fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth daily operation of Blue Door, maintaining consistently high service standards.
• Lead shifts and oversee the restaurant in the Restaurant Manager’s absence.
• Maintain a strong floor presence, ensuring smooth service flow and personalised guest engagement.
• Lead, motivate and coach the team, creating a positive and engaging working environment.
• Conduct daily briefings covering reservations, VIPs, menu updates and service priorities.
• Work closely with Culinary and Bar teams to ensure seamless service and consistency.
• Drive revenue through table optimisation, upselling and strong commercial awareness.
• Build genuine relationships with hotel guests, regulars and Dubai residents.
• Handle guest feedback and service recovery confidently and thoughtfully.
• Support staffing, scheduling, inventory and cost control.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and operational standards are consistently maintained.
• Support special events, activations and restaurant experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Fluent English

Upselling

Revenue awareness

F&B knowledge

Guest engagement

Job description

Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, is bringing the iconic Delano brand to the UAE for the first time. When Delano South Beach arrived on the Miami scene in 1995, it introduced an entirely fresh take on 5-star luxury and marked the inception of lifestyle hospitality. Delano was celebrated for its blend of timeless elegance, modern design, and vibrant energy; it became the social hub, bringing together the who’s who of the fashion and entertainment world. Guided by the same principles that propelled the original Delano to icon status, Delano Dubai will usher in a new era of sophisticated style and elevated service to the UAE.

Located on the pristine shores of Bluewaters Island, the Delano Dubai resort will boast an array of luxury rooms and suites, four exceptional culinary and mixology experiences, an ocean front swimming pool and a wellness studio.

Job Description

As Assistant Restaurant Manager at Blue Door, DELANO Dubai, you will support the Restaurant Manager in leading the day-to-day operation of this relaxed, vibrant dining destination, creating warm, effortless and memorable guest experiences.

You will be highly visible on the floor, leading the team during service and ensuring every experience reflects Blue Door’s distinctive atmosphere and DELANO’s approach to hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

Support the smooth daily operation of Blue Door, maintaining consistently high service standards.

Lead shifts and oversee the restaurant in the Restaurant Manager’s absence.

Maintain a strong floor presence, ensuring smooth service flow and personalised guest engagement.

Lead, motivate and coach the team, creating a positive and engaging working environment.

Conduct daily briefings covering reservations, VIPs, menu updates and service priorities.

Work closely with Culinary and Bar teams to ensure seamless service and consistency.

Drive revenue through table optimisation, upselling and strong commercial awareness.

Build genuine relationships with hotel guests, regulars and Dubai residents.

Handle guest feedback and service recovery confidently and thoughtfully.

Support staffing, scheduling, inventory and cost control.

Ensure food safety, hygiene and operational standards are consistently maintained.

Support special events, activations and restaurant experiences.

Qualifications

Previous supervisory or assistant management experience within a luxury hotel, lifestyle property or elevated restaurant.

Confident and engaging leader with strong coaching and communication skills.

Good commercial awareness including revenue, average spend, upselling and cost control.

Strong food & beverage knowledge and genuine passion for hospitality.

Naturally warm, personable and confident in building relationships with guests.

Fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.

Great Personality: At DELANO Dubai, personality and experience are equally valued. Bring your individuality, passion and that essential spark, and together we’ll create memorable experiences.

Additional Information

Why Join Us:

• Shape the future of an ultra-luxury hotel where your ideas and energy make a big splash.
• Dive into a culture that’s all about growth, collaboration, and having a blast along the way.
• Score sweet perks and benefits that celebrate your rockstar status in hospitality.