Assistant General Manager – Upmarket Restaurant (Ex-Pat Benefits)

Christie's Hospitality Recruitment; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ex-Pat benefits

Job summary

Christie’s Hospitality Recruitment is seeking an Assistant General Manager in Kuwait. The successful candidate will lead a large team, drive exceptional guest experiences and support the roll-out of brand initiatives in the region.

You will mentor staff, manage operations and ensure high standards of service across all shifts. The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a hands-on approach to restaurant management, including hosting, hosting, and ensuring food safety and hygiene

Qualifications

• Ability to delegate and lead a team of 100+ individuals
• Problem solve and handle high-stress situations
• Extensive knowledge of financial reports
• Effective communicator
• Strong leadership and people management
• Maintain cleanliness of the restaurant at all times
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment for staff and managers
• Understand and practice safe food handling procedures
• Hands-on supervision across restaurant operations including hosting, serving, and cooking when needed
• Manage inventory and daily/weekly/monthly sales reports
• Identify opportunities to increase sales through suggestive selling
• 3+ years as Restaurant Manager or Assistant Restaurant Manager in full service concept
• Ensure cost handling and till procedures are accurate and policy-compliant
• Enforce health & safety, food hygiene and local legislation at all times
• Adhere to company policies and procedures
• Ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Restaurant Manager.
• Delivers first-class service by understanding regular guests and delivering style and flair.
• Plays a key role in brand operations as it expands to the region and participates in training programs for career growth.
• Ensures timely and effective management of daily restaurant operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Health & safety

Food safety

Inventory management

Sales upselling

Stress management

Multitasking

Job description

Christie’s Hospitality Recruitment is seeking an Assistant General Manager in Kuwait. The successful candidate will lead a large team, drive exceptional guest experiences and support the roll-out of brand initiatives in the region.

You will mentor staff, manage operations and ensure high standards of service across all shifts. The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a hands-on approach to restaurant management, including hosting, hosting, and ensuring food safety and hygiene