Restaurant General Manager

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

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Dubai is seeking a senior Bar Manager to oversee restaurant operations and enhance guest experiences. This role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving revenue through events. The ideal candidate will possess strong management skills, a background in F&B, and the ability to foster teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in Food and Beverage operations.
• Senior F&B management experience required.
• Knowledge of health regulations, liquor laws, and bar operation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct bar employees during shifts and events.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and maintain service quality.
• Coordinate menu sponsorships and talent selection for staffing.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree in Business, Hospitality, or Related field

Job description

Promote restaurant business and continually increase database contacts

Maintained professional business relationship with all third party F&B partners

Ensure the restaurant ethos is in line with SLS standards are consistently maintained

Ensure and promote compliance with all local liquor, health and sanitation regulations

Manage and provide direction to all bar employees on the floor during shifts and events

Hold staff accountable to uphold uniform and grooming standards to the highest level

Ensure that staff receives consistent and proper communication (verbal, email, memos etc)

Monitor departments performance with respect to the restaurant budgets

Monitor and maintain proper inventory to ensure it’s in line with budgeted cost of sales

Seek out and produce events to generate revenues for the property

Hold staff accountable for giving an Engaging Dynamic Guest Experience to all guests on property

Consistently monitor quality of service and product delivered on property

Collaborate on needs of departmental staff scheduling

Instruct staff in on-going training to uphold service standards

Coordinate menu sponsorship deals and menu product placement

Act as the direct liaison to the Engineering and Housekeeping Departments in regards to maintenance of the property’s functionality and overall look.

Interview employees and provide input on talent selection

Assess employee performance and provide feedback annually and throughout the year

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required, College Degree in Business, Hospitality, or Related field preferred

Two to three years’ experience in overall Food and Beverage operation as well as senior F&B management experience

Licenses or Certificates : Ability to obtain and / or maintain any government required licenses, certificates or permits

Must have knowledge of Food and Beverage preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations bar operation

One to two years in a public contact position, preferably in an upscale or lifestyle brand hotel

Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments

Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork