Restaurant Manager

SIHAMCO; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SIHAMCO is seeking a highly experienced Fine Dining Restaurant Manager to lead the front-of-house operations in Riyadh for a 6-7 month period. The role requires a confident leader with a refined sense of hospitality and the ability to drive service excellence across a premium Lebanese/Mediterranean concept.

You will manage day-to-day operations, mentor high-performing teams, and ensure every guest journey reflects the highest standards of quality and sophistication in a luxury setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years proven experience as a Restaurant Manager in a fine dining environment.
• Strong leadership, staff development, and guest-focused service.
• In-depth knowledge of Lebanese/Mediterranean and upscale dining traditions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, menus, wine programs, and vendor relationships.
• Flexible evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure a seamless and refined dining experience.
• Lead by example; recruit, train, and mentor front-of-house and back-of-house staff in fine dining etiquette.
• Engage with guests to ensure exceptional service and handle VIP reservations with care.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting; monitor food, beverage and labor costs.
• Support marketing initiatives highlighting seasonal menus and premium dining experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Conflict resolution

People development

Education

Hospitality or business management education

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The Fine Dining Restaurant Managers will lead the front-of-house operation of a premium ever-evolving dining concepts delivering an exceptional guest experience within a dynamic seasonal destination The role requires a strong understanding of luxury hospitality refined service standards and the ability to adapt to a concept centered around Mediterranean American cuisine The successful candidate will be a confident and inspiring leader responsible for driving service excellence developing high-performing teams and ensuring every aspect of the guest journey reflects the highest standards of quality sophistication and hospitality The role is based in Riyadh Saudi Arabia for a 6-7 month period

Fine Dining Operations Management

Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure a seamless elegant and refined dining experience Maintain high standards for food quality presentation authenticity and menu consistency with special emphasis on traditional and upscale Lebanese dishes Ensure strict compliance with food safety hygiene and fine dining service protocols Coordinate with the Executive Chef on menu development seasonal offerings and premium Lebanese ingredients Manage inventory of specialty Middle Eastern ingredients wines and premium products

Leadership amp Staff Development

Lead by example with a strong positive leadership style that inspires professionalism and excellence Recruit train and mentor front-of-house and back-of-house staff in fine dining etiquette Lebanese culinary knowledge and guest-focused service Conduct regular performance evaluations and coaching sessions to maintain a high-performing team Foster a respectful motivated and service-oriented culture Ensure staff adhere to refined table service techniques wine pairing standards and cultural hospitality practices

Guest Experience and Hospitality

Create a warm welcoming and culturally rich atmosphere that reflects the spirit of Lebanese hospitality Engage with guests to ensure exceptional service personal attention and elegant problem resolution Handle VIP reservations special occasions and premium guest experiences with care and discretion Address guest concerns promptly and professionally to maintain an elevated dining reputation

Financial amp Administrative Management

Oversee budgeting forecasting and financial reporting to ensure profitability Monitor food beverage and labor costs while maintaining fine dining quality standards Negotiate with premium suppliers of Lebanese wines spices meats and specialty products Manage POS systems payroll scheduling and vendor invoicing

Marketing amp Brand Representation

Support marketing initiatives that highlight upscale Lebanese cuisine cultural dining experiences and seasonal menus Maintain strong online and community presence including reputation management on review platforms Plan and oversee special events such as Lebanese wine tastings cultural nights and chef s table experiences

+5 years proven experience as a Restaurant Manager in a fine dining environment. Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of building and managing high-performing teams. In-depth knowledge of Mediterranean or American cuisine, cultural dining rituals, and menu elements. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills. Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a high-pressure, luxury environment. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Hospitality or business management education preferred.