Restaurant Supervisor Arabic Speaker

SOFITEL; Manama; On-site; BHD 4,200 - 8,400; Full time

Job summary

SOFITEL in Manama is seeking a passionate Restaurant Supervisor who speaks Arabic to oversee daily operations at our Greek / Mediterranean restaurant. You will lead and motivate the team, ensuring smooth service and exceptional guest experiences for Arabic-speaking guests.

Ideal candidates will have luxury-hotel background, fluent Arabic and English, strong leadership, and a passion for hospitality. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in luxury hotel or high-end restaurant.
• Fluent Arabic and English communication.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Excellent guest-service and communication skills.
• Passion for food, beverage, and hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily restaurant operation and ensure smooth service.
• Lead, motivate, and support the team during each shift.
• Ensure exceptional and personalised guest experiences.
• Welcome and engage with guests, particularly Arabic-speaking guests.
• Handle guest requests, feedback, and concerns professionally.
• Ensure all service, hygiene, and presentation standards are consistently maintained.
• Conduct pre-shift briefings and communicate daily priorities to the team.
• Support training and coaching of team members.
• Assist with staff scheduling, opening and closing procedures, and operational requirements.
• Monitor restaurant supplies and assist with stock control.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Uphold policies and brand standards.

Skills

Arabic speaker

English communication

Leadership

Team management

Guest service

Hospitality knowledge

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and service-driven Restaurant Supervisor Arabic Speaker to join the team at our Greek / Mediterranean Restaurant

What you ll be doing:

• Supervise the daily restaurant operation and ensure smooth service
• Lead, motivate, and support the team during each shift
• Ensure exceptional and personalised guest experiences
• Welcome and engage with guests, particularly Arabic-speaking guests
• Handle guest requests, feedback, and concerns professionally
• Ensure all service, hygiene, and presentation standards are consistently maintained
• Conduct pre-shift briefings and communicate daily priorities to the team
• Support training and coaching of team members
• Assist with staff scheduling, opening and closing procedures, and operational requirements
• Monitor restaurant supplies and assist with stock control
• Work closely with other departments to ensure seamless operations

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar supervisory role within a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant
• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities
• Excellent guest-service and communication skills
• Passion for food, beverage, and hospitality
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations and service standards
• Ability to work under pressure and lead by example
• Professional appearance, positive attitude, and excellent interpersonal skills

Desired Candidate Profile

Previous experience in a similar supervisory role within a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant

Fluent Arabic and English communication skills

Strong leadership and team-management abilities

Excellent guest-service and communication skills

Passion for food, beverage, and hospitality

Strong knowledge of restaurant operations and service standards

Ability to work under pressure and lead by example

Professional appearance, positive attitude, and excellent interpersonal skills