Restaurant Manager - High-end Dining

Independent Food Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative hospitality group in Dubai is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations and lead a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will foster exceptional guest experiences, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and drive overall restaurant profitability in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Manager.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Proficiency in restaurant reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations and ensure exceptional guest service.
• Conduct team briefings and training sessions.
• Manage staff schedules and operational routines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People Development

Operational Control

Tools

Restaurant Reporting Systems

Job description

Driven by a passion for creating unique home-grown food concepts, The Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality group behind the region’s most beloved brands - SALT, Parker’s, Somewhere, Public, Kumo, and Shalwa. Each concept is a testament to our commitment to innovative experiences, community connection, and high standards of service.

We believe in building teams that work as one, share energy and ideas, and care deeply about hospitality. We’re looking for Restaurant Managers who lead by example, inspire their teams, and operate with discipline and passion.

As a Restaurant Manager, you will be the heartbeat of daily operations—leading service on the floor, supporting back-of-house excellence, and ensuring a smooth, guest-focused experience. You will be responsible for driving both team and business performance, upholding brand standards, and implementing structured systems for success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily restaurant operations and ensure exceptional guest service on the floor.
• Conduct team briefings, training sessions, and ongoing performance development.
• Manage staff schedules, operational routines, and ensure smooth shift execution.
• Monitor and report on sales, voids, complementary tables, and average check data.
• Review weekly reports including maintenance issues, supply chain feedback, and P&L insights.
• Support inventory control, cost management, and overall restaurant profitability.
• Ensure full compliance with hygiene, safety, and company standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams (HR, Training, Supply Chain) to support business needs.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager or Assistant Manager in a high-volume, premium-casual environment.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.
• Proficiency in restaurant reporting systems and operational controls.
• Passion for food, hospitality, and delivering memorable guest experiences.
• Strong communication in English.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.