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Restaurant Manager

Al Fahad Group
Dubai, UAE
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Mid-Senior
3 weeks ago
LeadershipStrategic PlanningBudgetingTeam ManagementPerformance ManagementProject Management
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Overview

**About Us** Gran Caffè is an upscale Italian dining destination in Dubai, known for its authentic cuisine, elegant atmosphere, and uncompromising commitment to quality.

We are driven by a passion for hospitality and a dedication to creating moments that guests return for again and again.

**The Role** We are looking for a seasoned and charismatic Restaurant Manager to lead all front-of-house operations at Gran Caffè.

You will be the driving force behind our guest experience, team culture, and operational excellence — setting the tone for everything that happens on the floor.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all daily front-of-house operations, ensuring consistently high standards of service and guest satisfaction
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the service team through hands-on coaching, structured training, and performance management
  • Build and nurture strong relationships with regular guests, VIPs, and key stakeholders
  • Collaborate with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure seamless communication between front and back of house
  • Manage staff scheduling, labor costs, and shift planning to align with business needs
  • Monitor and analyze covers, revenue, and guest feedback to drive continuous improvement
  • Oversee inventory, supplier coordination, and cost control for front-of-house operations
  • Ensure full compliance with Dubai Municipality regulations, health and safety standards, and licensing requirements

What We'Re Looking For

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in restaurant management within a fine dining or upscale hospitality environment
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire a team while maintaining exceptional service standards
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, labor costs, and P&L
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a natural flair for guest relations
  • In-depth knowledge of food and beverage, wine, and Italian dining culture is a strong advantage
  • Familiarity with reservation systems, POS platforms, and operational reporting tools
  • A hospitality or business management qualification from a recognized institution is preferred
  • Experience in Dubai or the GCC region is highly desirable
  • Position: Full-time \| Dubai \| Competitive salary package

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