Reservations Manager - ISBA By Bagatelle

7 Management; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ISBA by Bagatelle Dubai is seeking a Reservations Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences by managing reservations, guest interactions, and event coordination across a high-volume lifestyle restaurant.

You will lead front-of-house teams, train staff, handle VIP guests, and ensure data privacy while maintaining accurate guest profiles.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in upscale or high-volume restaurants, preferably in Dubai.
• Experience in guest relations, reservations management, customer service, and VIP handling.

Responsibilities

• Reservations & Operations Management: Oversees the reservation process, table allocations, and special requests, coordinating with FOH, kitchen, and events teams.
• Guest Experience & Relations: Delivers attentive service, handles guest feedback professionally, and tailors bespoke services for VIPs.
• Event Coordination: Plans and coordinates private events in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Team Development & Training: Leads training for front-line staff and fosters a guest-centric service culture.
• Issue Resolution & Crisis Management: Addresses guest concerns discreetly and resolves issues promptly.
• Guest Data Management: Maintains guest profiles with privacy compliance and regular audits.

Skills

Reservations management

Guest relations

VIP client handling

Team leadership

Crisis management

Tools

Seven Rooms

CRM tools

Job description

Job Description:

Company Overview

ISBA by Bagatelle Dubai brings Bagatelle Group’s celebrated formula of lively French-Mediterranean dining to a beachfront setting on Palm West Beach, developed in partnership with 7 Management. The premium-casual concept is built to blur the line between dinner and nightlife, where a meal naturally builds into music, movement, and celebration; a full-day social destination where guests arrive for lunch and stay well past sunset.

Role Overview

The Reservations Manager is responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences by managing reservations, overseeing customer interactions, and ensuring high levels of satisfaction. This role plays a key part in maintaining the establishment’s reputation through effective guest relations, event coordination, and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Reservations & Operations Management: Oversees the reservation process to ensure efficiency and accuracy, managing table allocations and special requests. Works closely with front-of-house, kitchen, and event teams to deliver cohesive and high-quality guest experiences.
• Guest Experience & Relations: Responsible for creating memorable experiences through attentive service and personalized touches, the Reservations Manager handles guest feedback with professionalism and ensures continuous improvement. They recognize VIPs and special occasions, coordinating bespoke services to exceed expectations.
• Event Coordination: The role involves planning and coordinating private events and celebrations, ensuring smooth execution in collaboration with relevant departments and maintaining excellence throughout each function.
• Team Development & Training: Leads training and development initiatives for front-line staff, fostering strong communication skills and a guest-centric culture focused on service excellence.
• Issue Resolution & Crisis Management: Handles guest concerns and complaints discreetly and effectively, applying crisis management procedures to resolve issues swiftly and maintain guest satisfaction.
• Guest Data Management: Maintains detailed guest profiles and preferences to personalize service, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and upholding data accuracy through regular audit.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing upscale or high-volume restaurants, preferably in Dubai.
• Experience in restaurant pre-openings is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in guest relations, reservations management, customer service, and handling VIP clients.
• Proficient in reservation systems (Seven Rooms) and customer relationship management (CRM) tools
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team management skills, with experience in staff training and succession planning.