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Job summary
A leading project management consultancy is seeking a Project Manager in Dubai to lead full lifecycle project management for new food and beverage (F&B) concepts. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in managing restaurant development projects, with a strong understanding of F&B operations and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include managing vendor relations, risk assessment, and budget tracking. This role requires excellent leadership and coordination skills in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years of project management experience in the F&B industry.
- Proven track record in managing multiple restaurant or café development projects.
- Strong understanding of F&B operations and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Lead full lifecycle project management for new F&B concepts and expansions.
- Manage relationships with internal teams and vendors.
- Coordinate pre-opening activities across supply chain and HR.
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Skills
Education
- Lead full lifecycle project management for new F&B concepts outlets and expansions.
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets and resource allocation frameworks.
- Oversee construction fit‑outs, equipment installation and operational readiness.
- Manage relationships with internal teams, contractors, architects, designers and suppliers.
- Evaluate vendor proposals, negotiate contracts and monitor third‑party deliverables.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and F&B industry standards.
- Coordinate with supply chain, operations and HR to ensure seamless pre‑opening activities.
- Lead project handover processes, including quality checks, safety audits and compliance documentation.
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Resolve project‑related issues proactively to avoid delays and cost overruns.
- Track project budgets, expenses and financial forecasts.
- Present regular progress reports to senior management with key milestones and challenges.
- Ensure all projects meet ROI expectations and quality benchmarks.
Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of experience in project management within the F&B industry.
- Proven track record of managing multiple restaurant, café or F&B development projects.
- Strong understanding of F&B operations, compliance, layout planning and equipment standards.
- Relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, HACCP, Food Safety or F&B Operations are preferred.
- Excellent leadership, communication and cross‑functional coordination skills.
- Ability to handle high‑pressure timelines and manage multiple stakeholders.
Preferred Attributes- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to drive efficiency and maintain strict quality control.
- Experience in developing SOPs and supporting pre‑opening teams.
- Culturally aware and open to working with diverse teams.
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