Captain - for upmarket casual dining restaurant - 1

Apt Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Apt Resources is seeking an experienced Captain for a leading upmarket casual dining restaurant in Dubai. The role involves managing front-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional service standards, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Candidates should have strong leadership skills and a background in restaurant service.

Benefits

Food allowance (AED 375)

Cash tips and credit card tips

Free accommodation

Transport provided

Health insurance

Paid leave as per UAE laws

Air ticket every two years

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Captain in a casual or fine dining restaurant.
• Solid understanding of food and beverage service.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet and seat guests upon arrival, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
• Oversee and coordinate the flow of service, ensuring timely delivery of food and beverage.
• Train and guide team members in service standards and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Job description

Apt Resources is on the lookout for an experienced Captain to join a leading upmarket casual dining restaurant. As a Captain, you will provide exceptional service and enhance the dining experience for our discerning guests. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a passion for hospitality.

In this position, you will coordinate the front-of-house operations, manage a team of servers, and ensure that guests receive high-quality meals and attentive service. You will also play a crucial role in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that reflects the restaurant's brand.

Join us to be a part of an exciting dining experience where you can showcase your skills and help elevate our service standards!

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet and seat guests upon arrival, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere
• Provide menu recommendations and answer guest inquiries regarding food and beverage selections
• Take and manage reservations and guest orders accurately and promptly
• Oversee and coordinate the flow of service, ensuring timely delivery of food and beverage
• Train and guide team members in service standards and procedures
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Address guest feedback and resolve any issues or concerns with professionalism
• Support restaurant management in various operational tasks as needed

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Captain in a casual or fine dining restaurant
• Solid understanding of food and beverage service
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Strong leadership abilities and team collaboration skills
• Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in restaurant management software and POS systems
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

AED 3000 to 3400 + 375 Food allowance + 250 to 450 (Service charge Avg) + 1200 Credit card tips + cash tips + free Accommodation + Transport + uniforms + Health insurance + air ticket ( once every two years) + Paid leave as per UAE laws