Assistant Restaurant Manager

Kitopi; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading F&B management firm in Dubai is looking for a qualified candidate to assist in the overall management of the restaurant. The role involves overseeing daily operations, staff training, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in the culinary industry and strong organizational skills. This position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in operations and culinary management within the F&B industry.
• Excellent knowledge of Food Legislation and Health & Safety Legislation.
• Experience in Restaurant and Kitchen Management.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Restaurant Manager in developing the store’s annual business plan.
• Replaces the Restaurant Manager during vacations, overseeing overall activities.
• Supervises the opening & closing of the store and ensures compliance with policies.
• Handles guest problems and maintains an efficient ordering system.

Skills

Operations management

Culinary management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Assists the Restaurant Manager in developing and formulating the store’s annual business plan.
• Replaces the Restaurant Manager during vacations and leaves, taking care of the store’s overall activities.
• Covers for floor supervisors during emergency vacations and Ad‑hoc leaves.
• Observes compliance with the company’s policies and procedures, as well as governmental laws and regulations.
• Supervises the opening & closing of the store.
• Ensures the proper cleaning and lighting of all store internal and external areas.
• Supervises a daily check‑up on the smooth performance of all store machinery and equipment.
• Maintains safe working conditions for employees and customers; resolves safety concerns quickly.
• Ensures the proper appearance (condition of uniforms) and grooming of assigned staff members.
• Assists in the implementation of manpower retention plans, and in communicating recruiting needs to the HR Department.
• Coaches and trains employees in order to improve performance and to achieve the department’s objectives, targets through on‑the‑job training and daily meetings.
• Manages the store staff working schedules.
• Establishes rotation schedule of new employees and trainees.
• Motivates and develops staff, in order to encourage their professional development.
• Evaluates the performance of all store employees ensuring that reviews are delivered to the HR Department on time.
• Suggests to the Restaurant Manager the proposed salary reviews, personnel actions, promotions and provides feedback to employees.
• Maintains discipline, recommends and administers corrective action through reports addressed to the HR Department through the Restaurant Manager.
• Handles guest problems and complaints.
• Meets with guests on an informal basis during meals or upon departure to obtain feedback on quality of food and beverage, service levels and overall satisfaction.
• Maintains an efficient ordering system to ensure that all necessary store and office supplies are available as needed.
• Assists in executing physical inventories with the collaboration of the storekeeper.

Who Are We Looking For?

• 3+ years of relevant experience in operations and culinary management within the F&B industry / lounges.
• Excellent knowledge of Food Legislation, Relevant Codes of Practice & Quality Standards and Health & Safety Legislation.
• Restaurant and Kitchen Management experience.
• Strong background in a fast food and delivery environment.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.