Assistant Restaurant Manager - Jara by Martín Berasategui

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

Job summary

A luxury hotel group in Dubai seeks an Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations and enhance guest experiences. The role requires strong communication skills, a detail-oriented approach, and a passion for food and beverage trends. Candidates should have relevant certifications and prior experience in luxury settings. This position offers a competitive salary and various perks including accommodation and meals.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Package

Complimentary stays with breakfast

50% off at bars and restaurants

Meals on Duty

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Company Accommodation

Transportation to and from work

Uniform provided with laundry

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury hotels and fine-dining restaurants in the Middle East.
• Ability to communicate in English; knowledge of additional languages is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the day-to-day operations of the restaurant.
• Talent sourcing, hiring, mentoring, and developing the team.
• Monitor revenue targets and control costs.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and maintenance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service ethic

Mentoring abilities

Detail-oriented

Knowledge of F&B trends

Education

Relevant professional certification or hotel school diploma

Job description

Position Overview

We are not just a collection of hotels, but instead a talented community. A family with a shared passion and commitment to, unapologetically, love and breathe who we are every day. An eclectic grouping who really care about each other and our guests; where belonging transcends all else. We do this with a backdrop of extraordinary hotels, steeped in history, glamour and stories, which provide the perfect stage for our people – our Legends – to live our vision – Treasured by Guests, Cherished by Employees, Celebrated Worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity. When submitting your application, please let us know if you require any special accommodations during the interview process.

Job Details

Hotel: The Lana

Division & Department: Food & Beverage – Restaurant

Contract Type: Permanent

Status: Full time

Reference: 2025-5880

What you’ll get

• Competitive Salary Package
• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in our sister Dorchester Collection hotels
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our sister Dorchester Collection hotels
• Meals on Duty
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Company Accommodation
• Company provided transportation to and from work
• Uniform provided by the Company with complimentary laundry
• Service Charge

What you’ll do

• You will be responsible for spearheading the day‑to‑day operations of the restaurant to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• You’ll also be jointly responsible for talent sourcing, hiring, mentoring and developing the team by implementing a cohesive training and development program within the department.
• Our values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As Assistant Restaurant Manager you’ll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
• You are in charge of monitoring revenue targets and ensuring these are achieved and exceeded, while all costs are controlled within pre‑set budgets, including beverage cost, payroll and other expenses.
• By holding a daily team briefing pre‑service, you ensure the full team is well informed of the daily happenings around the hotel as well as the upcoming service.
• During your daily routine, you liaise with other departments when required to ensure an immaculate presentation of your outlet and high standards of cleanliness as well as maintenance are upheld at all times, including restaurant furniture, equipment, floors, fixtures and fittings.
• Together with your team of hostesses, you ensure the restaurant reservations are optimised to ensure well‑controlled productivity, optimal guest satisfaction and optimised revenue generation.
• In collaboration with your service team, you ensure fantastic quality of beverage preparation, presentation and beverage inventory control.

What you’ll bring

• You’ll bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team with your can‑do spirit and a positive attitude at all times.
• You have a talent for delighting guests by leading a team of passionate individuals and striving for excellence.
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
• As a detail‑orientated and hands‑on team player with strong interpersonal skills, you will thrive on mentoring high‑potential team members to achieve better results and celebrate success within the team.
• You are passionate about our industry and are aware of all the latest F&B trends and developments around the world.
• English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language. Other languages including Arabic, Italian, French, Spanish or German are highly desirable.
• You will have a relevant professional certification or hotel school diploma and bring a wealth of past experience working for luxury hotels and fine‑dining restaurants in the Middle East.

Job Location

United Arab Emirates

Location

Dubai