Restaurant Manager based in Dubai (Relocation Provided)

Overview

We’re Hiring : Restaurant Manager – Italian Fine Dining, 5-Star Luxury Hotel, Dubai

A prestigious 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead its signature Italian fine dining restaurant. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic hospitality professional with a passion for Italian cuisine and a commitment to delivering world-class guest experiences.

Job Summary

As Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of the restaurant’s operations, from service quality and guest satisfaction to financial performance and team leadership. You will play a key role in positioning the venue as one of Dubai’s premier Italian dining destinations through operational excellence and creative self-marketing initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage daily restaurant operations, ensuring seamless and exceptional guest experiences.
• Lead, train, and motivate a large, multicultural team.
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, and revenue optimization.
• Develop and implement marketing and promotional activities to increase visibility and guest engagement.
• Ensure consistent adherence to fine dining service and culinary standards.
• Build strong guest relationships, with a focus on VIPs and repeat clientele.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B leadership on menu development and innovation.
• Analyze performance data, guest feedback, and prepare operational and financial reports.

What We Offer

• Competitive, tax-free salary
• Annual bonus scheme as per the company policy
• Yearly flight ticket for yourself
• Live-in or live-out accommodation option
• Transportation allowance (as per company policy)
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Residence visa sponsorship for yourself

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a fine dining Italian restaurant in a 5-star luxury hotel.
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and fine dining service standards.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire large teams in a multicultural environment.
• Demonstrated skills in self-marketing and restaurant promotions .
• Outgoing personality with excellent guest engagement skills.
• Flexibility to manage a demanding role beyond regular office hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Proactive in driving revenue and ensuring commercial success of the assigned venue.