Restaurant Manager - Al Ain
Company
Independent Food Company
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
28 days ago
Via
Indeed
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Job Description
Driven by a passion for creating unique home-grown food concepts, The Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality group behind the region's most beloved brands - SALT, Parker's, Somewhere, Public, Kumo, and Shalwa. Each concept is a testament to our commitment to innovative experiences, community connection, and high standards of service.
We are looking for a highly skilled and guest-focused Restaurant Manager to lead our fine dining concept. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for hospitality, a strong sense of leadership, and a deep understanding of luxury service standards. You will be responsible for ensuring an exceptional dining experience, optimizing operations, and driving business performance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee day to day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction
• Lead, train, and inspire the front-of-house and back-of-house teams
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and service
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism and resolve issues promptly
• Monitor inventory, manage costs, and control P&L performance
• Drive sales through up-selling, customer engagement, and local marketing initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety, and UAE regulations
• Work closely with the culinary team to align service delivery with menu and concept
• Manage staff scheduling, performance reviews, and development plans
Requirements:
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager in upper-casual/fine dining environment
• Fluency in English required
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Hands-on knowledge of restaurant financials, cost control, and team management
• Experience in the UAE preferred
• Positive attitude, guest-centric mindset, and attention to detail
We don't just want someone to run the floor. We want someone who makes every guest remember why they came.
Share your CV to apply
We are looking for a highly skilled and guest-focused Restaurant Manager to lead our fine dining concept. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for hospitality, a strong sense of leadership, and a deep understanding of luxury service standards. You will be responsible for ensuring an exceptional dining experience, optimizing operations, and driving business performance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee day to day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction
• Lead, train, and inspire the front-of-house and back-of-house teams
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and service
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism and resolve issues promptly
• Monitor inventory, manage costs, and control P&L performance
• Drive sales through up-selling, customer engagement, and local marketing initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety, and UAE regulations
• Work closely with the culinary team to align service delivery with menu and concept
• Manage staff scheduling, performance reviews, and development plans
Requirements:
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager in upper-casual/fine dining environment
• Fluency in English required
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Hands-on knowledge of restaurant financials, cost control, and team management
• Experience in the UAE preferred
• Positive attitude, guest-centric mindset, and attention to detail
We don't just want someone to run the floor. We want someone who makes every guest remember why they came.
Share your CV to apply
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