Job Type: Full Time
Location: Manama, Bahrain
Venue: Ninive
We are looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of one of our restaurants and deliver an exceptional guest experience.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about hospitality, enjoys leading high-performing teams, and thrives in a fast-paced, premium dining environment. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth daily operations, driving business performance, and maintaining the highest standards of service.
Responsibilities
- Manage the overall day-to-day operation of the restaurant, ensuring smooth, efficient service and an outstanding guest experience.
- Lead, motivate, coach, and develop the FOH team, creating a positive and high-performing work environment.
- Supervise Assistant Managers and FOH employees, ensuring company standards and service procedures are consistently followed.
- Ensure the restaurant is fully prepared before each service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, presentation, safety, and operational readiness throughout the day.
- Monitor floor operations, table allocations, and service flow to maximize efficiency, guest satisfaction, and revenue opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with guests, handle feedback professionally, and resolve any complaints promptly to ensure a positive dining experience.
- Work closely with the Reservations, BOH, and support teams to optimize bookings, coordinate service, and ensure seamless daily operations.
- Drive commercial performance by maximizing covers, encouraging upselling opportunities, and monitoring key business performance indicators.
- Manage labor costs through effective scheduling and workforce planning based on business demands.
- Monitor operational expenses, inventory levels, stock ordering, and stock control to minimize waste and protect company assets.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management to build a skilled and engaged team.
- Conduct regular team briefings and training sessions to maintain high standards of food knowledge, service, and operational excellence.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety regulations, hygiene standards, health & safety requirements, and cash handling procedures.
- Prepare operational reports, monitor business performance, and implement improvements to continuously enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
- Support the implementation of new initiatives, promotions, and operational projects while collaborating closely with senior management.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in restaurant management within a high-volume or premium dining environment.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent guest service and conflict resolution abilities.
- Strong understanding of restaurant operations, food and beverage service, and hospitality standards.
- Knowledge of budgeting, cost control, inventory management, and labor planning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and restaurant management software.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
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