Restaurant Manager (Italian Speaker)

Fivehotelsandresorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Fivehotelsandresorts invites a Restaurant Manager to lead its luxury Italian dining destination, delivering five-star guest experiences across award-winning venues. You will steer a high-energy team, collaborate with the culinary team on bespoke menus, manage reservations, and uphold top-tier service standards in a dynamic, opulent environment.

The role requires leadership, exceptional communication, and a passion for immersive dining experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as Assistant Restaurant Manager or Restaurant Manager in a Luxury Hotel preferred.
• Experience in upscale Italian concept restaurants with high-end ambiance.

Responsibilities

• Lead FIVE Tribe to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Oversee dining operations, reservations, seating, and service flow.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef to craft Italian menus and ensure quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Italian fluency

English fluency

Customer focus

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Hospitality Management

Tools

Restaurant management software

POS systems

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 08/07/2026

Are You Ready for a Daring Challengewith The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotelsand Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standardacross the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready toMake Waves.

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have ExcellentCommunication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative andCritical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in aFast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye andYou Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ AttitudeCoupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a HighlyMotivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you toSeamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring thatTheir and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Food and Beverage Team as a RestaurantManager will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across ouraward-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potentialin a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as an Assistant Restaurant Manager orRestaurant Manager in a Luxury Hotel is preferred.
  
• Demonstrated expertise as a Restaurant Manager or in a comparableLeadership Position within an upscale Italian concept restaurant, ideally in adynamic, opulent environment featuring performances by world-renowned DJs.
  
• Extensive knowledge of Italian cuisine, culture, and dining etiquette,coupled with an Authentic Passion for delivering a captivating and immersiveDining Concept.
  
• A Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field(preferred).
  
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends andholidays, based on the requirements of the Hotel.
  
• Computer literacy, with a mastery of Word, Excel, andOutlook, while possessing an exceptional knowledge of Restaurant Managementsoftware and POS systems.
  
• Comprehensive understanding of Health and SafetyRegulations, Food Hygiene Standards, and Best Practices in RestaurantOperations.
  
• Proven track record in Achieving Financial Targets,managing budgets, and implementing cost control measures without compromising onquality and service.
  
• A Welcoming and Enthusiastic Energy that setsthe tone for a Sensational Guest Experience.
  
• Professional, Insta-Worthy Appearance, always adhering to FIVE’sGrooming Standards and maintaining a polished, ‘FIVE-Styled’ demeanour.
  
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadershipskills, effectively leading and inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights.
  
• A Proactive Nature, coupled with ameticulous Eye for Detail, ensuring every aspect of the Operation is curated toperfection.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, leveragingstrong verbal and written skills to engage effectively with Guests, FIVE TribeMembers, and stakeholders.
  
• Finds creative solutions and takes ownershipof all duties and tasks assigned, while ensuring an unparalleled Journey atFIVE.
  
• Skills in Improving Customer Satisfaction andDriving Profitability, showcasing a commitment to Industry-Leading Standards.
  
• ‘FIVE-Star’ Visionary Thinking by findingcreative solutions, while taking Ownership for all duties and tasks assigned.
  
• Impeccable communication skills, both verbal and written, with fluencyin English and Italian (Additional languages are a Plus).
  
• A Team Player and 'People-Oriented'Leader, passionate about Motivating and Training a successful and productive Foodand Beverage Team.
  
• A hands-on attitude, fuelled by a ‘Can-Do!’ Spirit.
  

KeyResponsibilities

• Leads an industry-leading FIVE Tribe, whereeach member embodies the ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and contributes to the disruptive,next-level Guest Experience.
  
• Continuously delivers exceptional Service bypersonally interacting with Guests throughout their Dining Experience.
  
• Ensures a Seamless Dining Experience forGuests, Anticipating their Needs and Exceeding Expectations.
  
• Showcases a Proactive Approach to addressingGuests' concerns and fulfilling their requests, Swiftly Resolving any issues toensure exceptional Guest Satisfaction.
  
• Enhances the overall Guest Experience byensuring Seamless Operations and Excellence in Service Delivery.
  
• Regularly evaluate s and enhance s the buzzing ambiance ofthe Dining Destination , overseeingtable settings, lighting, music, and décor to create an A uthentic and I mmersive Italiandining experience.
  
• Develops and implements visionary StandardOperating Procedures (SOPs) for all aspects of restaurant operations, includingopening and closing procedures, reservation management, table seating, andservice flow to provide a first-in-class Guest Journey.
  
• Monitors and manages the restaurant’s Inventorywith remarkable Attention to Detail, including supplies, equipment, andingredients, ensuring optimal stock levels, minimal wastage, and Efficient Utilisation.
  
• Enforces stringent Health and SafetyStandards, including Sanitation Guidelines, and Food Quality Control measuresto meet Regulatory Requirements and maintain FIVE’s industry-leading Standardsof Cleanliness and Hygiene.
  
• Contributes to a Luxurious Dining Experienceby working Collaboratively with the Food and Beverage Team to maximise GuestSatisfaction and ensure top-notch Service.
  
• Collaborates with the Executive Chefto craft a bespoke menu that showcases next-level Italian cuisine, whilst incorporatingseasonal, authentic, and innovative Culinary Masterpieces and C onsidering G uest P references and market T rends.
  
• Coordinates with the Culinary Team to ensurethe Availability of high-quality Ingredients and Maintain consistent Standardsof Food Preparation and Presentation.
  
• Monitor s M enu P erformance, gather s G uest F eedback, and make s adjustments to enhance P rofitability, C ustomer S atisfaction, and C ulinary C reativity.
  
• Maximises revenue and profitability throughproactive Strategies, effective Cost-Control measures, first-in-class PricingStrategies and well-planned sales promotions.
  
• Explore s opportunities for R evenue G rowth, such as private events, collaborations, and partnerships, while M aintaining the I ntegrity ofthe Dining Concept.
  
• Analyses financial reports, such as salestrends, food and beverage cost, and labour cost, to Identify Opportunities forimprovement and implement corrective measures to Optimise Profitability.
  
• Collaborate s with the F inance D epartment to ensure accurate F inancial R eporting, M onitorbudgetary constraints, and M aintaineffective cost management.
  
• Selects and hires Talented Individuals whopossess a genuine passion for Italian cuisine and Service Excellence.
  
• Conducts comprehensive Onboarding and TrainingProgrammes to equip 'FIVERs' with the necessary skills to curate a sensationalDining Experience.
  
• Motivates and fosters a positive workenvironment that encourages Growth and Collaboration, through ongoing TrainingInitiatives, Mentorship and remarkable Leadership that emphasises ‘FIVE-Styled’Guest Interaction, Attention to Detail and the importance of PersonalisedService.
  
• Hosts regular Team Meetings and ongoingbespoke Training Sessions to improve Product Knowledge and Service Skills.
  
• Schedules the Restaurant Team efficiently to ensureoptimal coverage during peak hours, special events, and low occupancy periods,while Maintaining boundary-breaking Service Standards.
  
• Stays informed about Industry Trends, emergingingredients, and cutting-edge Culinary Techniques to consistently enhanceGuests' Dining Experience.
  
• Embodies a Visionary Mindset that continuouslyDisrupts and Breaks Boundaries.
  
• Contributes to the signature behind-the-scenes'Vibe at FIVE,' playing a vital role in the success of FIVE’s award-winninginitiatives.
  

The Team

‘FIVERs’ are Cultured yet Chic, Confidentyet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you'll Personify the distinct ‘Vibe at FIVE’ andapply it to create Insta-Perfect Experiences for our Guests that keeps them ComingBack for More. If you Dream of being surrounded by Like-Minded Individuals whoshare your Passion for Delivering Unforgettable Moments that last a Lifetime – then Look No Further and Unleash your Next-Level Potential.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 70nationalities across its over 1500 ‘FIVERs’. FIVE is Committed to Hiring a Diverseand Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, FIVEdoes not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexualorientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or anyother basis protected under national or local laws. Ranked 10th on the GreatWorkplaces in the UAE 2023 list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is morethan a group of people working together – it is a Family bonded by common Valuesand Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.

About FIVE Hotels andResorts

FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itselfon being Disruptively Different and Daringly Unique. Our Growing Portfolio of LavishDestinations are the epitome of Glamour and Experiential Luxury, and currentlyconsists of FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village, FIVE Zurich and FIVELUXE. Joining our Exceptional FIVE Tribe means you are part of a team whoBreaks Boundaries and offers Unbeatable Next-Level Experiences at FIVE’saward-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and 360-Degree Immersive NightlifeVenues. As part of the Accomplished FIVE Tribe, you will be part of a group ofHigh Achievers who Fearlessly Challenge Conventions on a Global Stage.

Findout more here: fivehotelsandresorts.com