Restaurant Manager – Italian Restaurant - Italian National

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,880 - 357,120; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager for its luxury Italian dining venue. You will lead daily operations, uphold service standards, and drive guest satisfaction with a focus on exceptional hospitality.

The role requires 3–5 years in luxury hotel restaurants, strong leadership, fluent English, and knowledge of Italian cuisine and HACCP. You will train staff, manage budgets, and collaborate with the kitchen to deliver memorable experiences.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager in a luxury hotel or fine-dining Italian restaurant.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Fluent in English; Italian language skills are an advantage.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and restaurant POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the Italian restaurant, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain Fairmont luxury service standards at all times.
• Conduct daily briefings with the restaurant team.
• Monitor restaurant appearance, cleanliness, and ambiance.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and high-quality food service.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop restaurant colleagues.
• Achieve departmental revenue and profitability targets.
• Monitor daily sales performance and control labor costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Fluent English

Italian language (adv)

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a five-star beachfront luxury hotel situated at the gateway of Abu Dhabi, offering stunning views of the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The hotel features contemporary architecture combined with elegant interiors, delivering world-class hospitality and exceptional guest experiences. The property offers over 360 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, a variety of award-winning dining venues, extensive conference and event facilities, and premium leisure amenities including private beach access, swimming pools, and fitness facilities. It caters to business travelers, leisure guests, and large-scale corporate and social events. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr upholds international luxury standards while embracing the rich culture and heritage of the United Arab Emirates. The hotel is committed to excellence, innovation, sustainability, and delivering memorable experiences for both guests and colleagues.

Job Description

• Oversee the daily operation of the Italian restaurant, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain Fairmont luxury service standards at all times.
• Conduct daily briefings with the restaurant team.
• Monitor restaurant appearance, cleanliness, and ambiance.
• Ensure all opening and closing procedures are completed accurately.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and high-quality food service.
• Supervise reservations, seating arrangements, and guest flow.
• Deliver exceptional and personalized guest service.
• Welcome and engage with guests during service.
• Handle guest complaints promptly and professionally.
• Build strong guest relationships and encourage repeat business.
• Ensure all guest feedback is followed up and appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Promote Fairmont's "Turning Moments into Special Memories" philosophy.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop restaurant colleagues.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide continuous feedback.
• Prepare staff schedules based on business demand.
• Ensure compliance with grooming, hygiene, and uniform standards.
• Foster teamwork, employee engagement, and a positive working environment.
• Conduct daily training sessions to improve product knowledge and service standards.
• Achieve departmental revenue and profitability targets.
• Monitor daily sales performance.
• Control labor costs through effective scheduling.
• Manage operating expenses and maximize productivity.
• Review financial reports and identify improvement opportunities.
• Maintain high standards of food presentation and beverage service.
• Collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine on menu planning and seasonal promotions.
• Ensure authentic Italian dining experiences are consistently delivered.
• Monitor portion control and service consistency.
• Support wine and beverage promotions to increase revenue.
• Monitor restaurant inventory and operating supplies.
• Control breakage, spoilage, and waste.
• Ensure proper stock ordering and storage procedures.
• Conduct regular inventory counts.
• Maintain cost-effective operations while preserving service quality.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with local municipality regulations and hotel policies.
• Conduct regular health and safety inspections.
• Report maintenance issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager in a luxury hotel or fine-dining Italian restaurant.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Sound knowledge of Italian cuisine, wines, and restaurant operations.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and restaurant POS systems.
• Fluent in English; Italian language skills are an advantage.