Luxury Restaurant Manager — Guest Experience Lead

Dorchester Collection; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorchester Collection in Dubai is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, ensuring the highest standards of service for our guests. You will drive talent sourcing, mentoring, and rigorous training to achieve excellence in a luxury setting.

You will coordinate with hotel departments, manage costs, and ensure guest satisfaction. Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of other languages is a plus and cultural sensitivity is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury hotels and fine-dining in the Middle East.
• Fluent English; other languages desirable.
• Professional certification or hotel school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day restaurant operations to deliver top guest experiences.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop team through training programs.
• Monitor revenue targets and manage costs within budget.
• Coordinate daily briefings and collaborate with other departments.
• Ensure optimal reservations, beverage presentation, and inventory.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Mentoring

Budget awareness

Beverage knowledge

Education

Hotel school diploma

Hospitality certification

Job description

Dorchester Collection in Dubai is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, ensuring the highest standards of service for our guests. You will drive talent sourcing, mentoring, and rigorous training to achieve excellence in a luxury setting.

You will coordinate with hotel departments, manage costs, and ensure guest satisfaction. Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of other languages is a plus and cultural sensitivity is valued.