Operations Manager – Restaurant

Swan Global; Doha; On-site; QAR 346,000 - 655,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan Global is recruiting an experienced Operations Manager to lead a premium French casual fine-dining restaurant in Doha, Qatar. The role requires full ownership of operations, guest experience, team leadership, and profitability.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in restaurant management, is based in Qatar, fluent in Arabic and English, and capable of driving revenue growth while maintaining exceptional service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 10–15 years of restaurant management experience, preferably in premium/luxury casual dining.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (bilingual)
• Strong P&L management, budgeting, food safety knowledge, and inventory/cost control skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain premium service standards aligned with French casual fine-dining expectations.
• Drive profitability, revenue growth, and cost control initiatives.
• Monitor food quality, hygiene, and compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Lead, train, and develop front-of-house and support teams.
• Manage budgets, inventory, procurement, and vendor relationships.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and build strong VIP guest relationships.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

About the job Operations Manager – Restaurant

• Job Title: Operations Manager – Restaurant
• Job Location: Doha, Qatar
• Industry: Hospitality / Premium Dining
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of a premium French casual fine-dining restaurant in Doha. The role requires full ownership of operational performance, guest experience, team leadership, and profitability. The ideal candidate will ensure exceptional service standards while driving revenue growth and cost efficiency.

Mandatory Requirements & Qualification (Non-Negotiable):

• Education: Bachelors degree in Hospitality Management or related field (preferred).
• Experience: 10–15 years of restaurant management experience, preferably in premium or luxury casual dining.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong P&L management and budgeting skills
• Knowledge of food safety and municipality regulations
• Inventory and cost control management

Mandatory Criteria:

• Bachelors degree in Hospitality Management or related field
• 10-15 years of experience in restaurant management, preferably in premium or Luxury casual dine-in.
• Currently based in Qatar
• Available for immediate joining
• Fluency in Arabic and English (bilingual)

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain premium service standards aligned with French casual fine-dining expectations.
• Drive profitability, revenue growth, and cost control initiatives.
• Monitor food quality, hygiene, and compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Lead, train, and develop front-of-house and support teams.
• Manage budgets, inventory, procurement, and vendor relationships.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and build strong VIP guest relationships.

Documents Required

• Updated CV
• Relevant Educational & Experience Certificates