Restaurant General Manager

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

Job summary

A hospitality group is seeking an experienced General Manager in Dubai to oversee operations at a fine dining restaurant. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Italian cuisine and a proven background in luxury restaurant management. Responsibilities include daily operational oversight and acting as the public face of the business. Candidates with experience in the Middle East and new restaurant openings are preferred. A hands-on leadership style and excellent people management skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a restaurant General Manager in fine dining or luxury restaurant environments.
• Expertise in Italian cuisine is essential.
• Experience working in Dubai or the Middle East preferred.
• Strong leadership, creativity, & people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure a high standard of service.
• Act as the face of the business to clients.
• Mentor staff and oversee new restaurant openings.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Creativity

Client-facing skills

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced restaurant General Manager with Dubai experience to join this established hospitality group currently expanding into the Middle East.

The ideal General Manager will have a background in fine dining or high-end restaurants, with proven expertise in Italian cuisine.

This role would suit a hands‑on General Management style, someone who thrives in client-facing environments & enjoys being the face of the business.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an restaurant General Manager in fine dining or luxury restaurant environments
• Expertise in Italian cuisine is essential
• Strong leadership, creativity, & people management skills
• Experience working in Dubai or the Middle East preferred
• A keen mentor with an exceptional eye for detail
• Experience in new restaurant openings beneficial