Operations Manager - Upcoming Restaurant

Independent Food; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Operations Manager. This position requires overseeing all daily operations including production, inventory management, and logistics. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills and a solid understanding of supply chain and inventory management principles. Responsibilities also include ensuring compliance with regulations and analyzing performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively interact with employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Capability to inspire and motivate teams for operational excellence.
• Understanding of supply chain management and inventory control principles.
• Experience in using technology solutions for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations, including production and logistics.
• Develop policies to improve efficiency and ensure compliance.
• Lead a diverse team of production and warehouse staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong leadership and management skills

Solid understanding of production processes

Proficiency in software for operations management

Job description

Driven to create unique home‑grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE‑based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella – SALT, Switch, Parker’s, Somewhere and Public.

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager across our brands at Independent Food Company. The Operations Manager will play a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of all aspects of our operations, from production and supply chain management to customer service and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of daily operations, including production, inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team of employees, including production staff, warehouse personnel, and administrative staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and food safety standards throughout the production and distribution process.
• Analyze operational data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Solid understanding of production processes, supply chain management, and inventory control principles.
• Proficiency in using software and technology solutions for operations management and data analysis.