Assistant Manager - French Restaurant (175297)

Shangri-La Group \| Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Find Your Shangri-La in Shangri-La.

Our story began in 1971, when the first Shangri-La opened its doors.

We have since been crafting joyful experiences through heartfelt hospitality, and that legacy continues to guide us today.

As we look ahead to new horizons, we invite you to join the world of Shangri-La — shaping the next chapter and making a meaningful impact through shared purpose and the art and joy of Asian hosting.

Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, offers 213 luxurious guestrooms and suites, six private pool villas, and 161 fully furnished serviced apartments featuring a one-kilometre private beach which blends modern Arabic design with exceptional comfort.

As an Assistant Restaurant Manager, you will be overseeing the daily operations of the Bord Eau, a French fine-dining restaurant, ensuring exceptional service and guest satisfaction.

And you will be leading the team by maintaining luxury hospitality standards and by creating an authentic French fine-dining experience for guests.

Assist in managing the daily operations of the restaurant to ensure seamless and personalized guest experiences.

Supervise, train, and develop team members in accordance with luxury, fine-dining, and Michelin-level service standards.

Ensure guest satisfaction by anticipating guest needs, handling feedback professionally, and resolving concerns promptly.

Support inventory management, cost control, wine program initiatives, and compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Collaborate with the culinary and beverage teams to enhance menu offerings, wine pairings, and overall dining experiences.

Fluent in French and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong knowledge of French cuisine, fine-dining etiquette, and luxury service standards.

Advanced wine knowledge with the ability to confidently recommend and upsell wine pairings (minimum requirement WSET 2)

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in restaurant operations, with at least 1–2 years exposure in a fine-dining, Michelin-starred or Michelin Guide-recognized establishment.

Proven exposure to luxury hospitality standards, wine service, and guest engagement in upscale dining establishments.

Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills.

Professional appearance, attention to detail, and passion for hospitality excellence.

Diploma or bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, hotel management, or a related field preferred.

A workplace that values your passion and supports self-realization and personal growth.

Structured learning and development pathways with real opportunities to advance your professional craft and leadership skills.

Competitive benefits, recognition programs, and colleague stay/travel perks that reward your contribution and dedication.

Teams that promote inclusion and respect, value diversity, and foster a secure environment where everyone can thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Applications from all qualified candidates are welcomed.

All information provided by applicants will be treated in and used only for recruitment purposes.

We appreciate your interest in joining us.

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.