Assistant Restaurant Manager

Delano Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Delano Dubai is seeking an experienced supervisor to uphold the highest standards of service at Blue Door on Bluewaters Island. You will lead shifts in the Restaurant Manager's absence, maintain a strong floor presence, and ensure personalized guest engagement.

You will coach the team, drive upselling and revenue, coordinate with Culinary and Bar, and build lasting relationships with hotel guests and Dubai residents while maintaining food safety and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or assistant management experience in a luxury hotel or elevated restaurant.
• Strong floor knowledge with exemplary service standards.
• Confident leader with coaching and communication skills.
• Good commercial awareness including revenue and cost control.
• Warm, personable and able to build guest relationships.
• Fluent English; additional languages are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support smooth daily operation of Blue Door with high service standards.
• Lead shifts and cover Restaurant Manager's absence.
• Maintain strong floor presence and personalized guest engagement.
• Coach and motivate team to foster a positive working environment.
• Brief daily reservations, VIPs, menu updates and priorities.
• Collaborate with Culinary and Bar teams for seamless service.
• Drive revenue through table optimization and upselling.
• Build relationships with hotel guests, regulars and Dubai residents.
• Handle guest feedback and service recovery confidently.
• Support staffing, scheduling, inventory and cost control.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and standards.
• Support special events and restaurant experiences.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest engagement

Upselling & revenue awareness

Fluent English

Coaching & communication

Job description

Job Description:

Company 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.

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.
• Strong à la carte restaurant experience with excellent floor and service knowledge.
• 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.

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.