Restaurant General Manager - Kuwait

CØMPΛNIUM Hospitality; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier hospitality group is seeking a General Manager for a luxury lifestyle restaurant opening in Kuwait. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in leading high-end restaurants, strong financial skills, and excellent people management abilities. Fluency in Arabic and understanding of the Middle Eastern market are essential for this role. Join the launch of an iconic dining brand and lead a high-performing team towards exceptional operational success.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a high-end lifestyle restaurant.
• Track record with international hospitality groups.
• Pre-opening experience is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-opening phase, including recruitment and training.
• Establish and maintain brand standards.
• Develop and manage budgets and financial performance.
• Inspire a high-performing team.
• Act as an ambassador in Kuwait.

Skills

Proven experience as General Manager of a high-end lifestyle experiential restaurant

Strong financial acumen

Excellent people management skills

Fluent in Arabic and English

Strong understanding of Middle Eastern hospitality culture

Job description

About the job Restaurant General Manager - Kuwait

General Manager Luxury Lifestyle Restaurant Opening | Kuwait
(Confidential Search by COMPANIUM Hospitality)

About the Opportunity
COMPANIUM Hospitality is conducting an executive search on behalf of an international lifestyle hospitality group to recruit the General Manager for the opening of one of its most iconic high-end restaurant concepts in Kuwait.

This is a rare opportunity to lead the launch of a globally renowned experiential dining brand, combining lifestyle, gastronomy, and a vibrant entertainment DNA.

Profile Sought

• Proven experience as General Manager (#1) of a high-end lifestyle experiential restaurant (international groups, well-known and recognized brands)
• Previous track record with an international hospitality/restaurant group is essential.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing significant P&L responsibilities.
• Charismatic, guest-oriented leader with excellent people management skills.
• Fluent in Arabic (mandatory) and English.
• Pre-opening experience highly valued.
• Strong understanding of Middle Eastern hospitality culture and clientele expectations.

Role Overview

The General Manager will be responsible for successfully launching and managing the restaurant, ensuring the highest levels of service, operational excellence, and financial performance.

As the #1 on site, the GM will embody the brands ethos and serve as the face of the restaurant, driving both guest experience and business success.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the pre-opening phase, including recruitment, training, supplier partnerships, and operational setup.

Establish and maintain brand standards, delivering an exceptional guest experience consistent with the restaurants international reputation.

Develop and manage budgets, P&L, and KPIs to ensure commercial success.

Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing team with a culture of excellence, engagement, and accountability.

Oversee daily operations with a strong presence on the floor, ensuring seamless guest interactions.

Act as an ambassador of the brand in Kuwait, building strong relationships with VIP clientele, partners, and local stakeholders.

Drive marketing, PR, and business development initiatives in partnership with the corporate team.