Restaurant Manager - Russian Speaker

Independent Food; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A UAE-based hospitality group is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in an upper-casual or fine dining environment and fluency in English and Russian. Responsibilities include training staff, managing inventory and costs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. A positive attitude and guest-centric mindset are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager in upper-casual/fine dining.
• Fluency in English and Russian is required.
• Hands-on knowledge of restaurant financials, cost control, and team management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day to day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service.
• Lead, train, and inspire the front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
• Drive sales through up-selling, customer engagement, and local marketing.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Russian

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day to day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction
• Lead, train, and inspire the front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house teams
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and service
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism and resolve issues promptly
• Monitor inventory, manage costs, and control P&L performance
• Drive sales through up‑selling, customer engagement, and local marketing initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety, and UAE regulations
• Work closely with the culinary team to align service delivery with menu and concept
• Manage staff scheduling, performance reviews, and development plans

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager in upper‑casual/fine dining environment
• Fluency in English and Russian language required
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Hands‑on knowledge of restaurant financials, cost control, and team management
• Experience in the UAE preferred
• Positive attitude, guest‑centric mindset, and attention to detail

We don’t just want someone to run the floor. We want someone who makes every guest remember why they came.
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