Restaurant Manager - InterContinental Abu Dhabi

Are you a strong leader who loves fine dining and great hospitality?

Join us at our Michelin-recognized, award-winning Lebanese restaurant inside the InterContinental Abu Dhabi. We’re proud to offer exceptional food and service in a beautiful setting that celebrates Lebanese culture. We’re more than just a restaurant — we’re a place people come to enjoy authentic Lebanese flavors made from the best ingredients. Our awards and recognition reflect our commitment to quality and creating memorable experiences for every guest.

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Restaurant Manager to lead our team and keep things running smoothly. This is a great chance to manage a well-known restaurant with a strong reputation, and to inspire your team to deliver the high standards our guests expect.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly do:

• Ensure smooth daily restaurant operations, delivering outstanding service that exceeds guests’ expectations every time.
• Lead and motivate your team with a hands-on approach, building a positive, professional atmosphere where everyone feels valued and supported.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff, encouraging growth and a strong commitment to our standards and Lebanese hospitality traditions.
• Maintain and continuously improve service quality to meet Michelin guide expectations and keep our award-winning reputation shining.
• Manage budgets carefully, keeping an eye on costs while making sure service and quality are never compromised.
• Oversee inventory and work with suppliers to make sure we have what we need, when we need it, while minimizing waste.
• Create a warm, authentic atmosphere that celebrates Lebanese culture and makes every guest feel at home.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to coordinate service flow, special menus, and events, ensuring every detail is perfect.
• Uphold health and safety standards, following local regulations and hotel policies to provide a safe environment for guests and staff alike.
• Manage reservations and guest relations with care, especially for VIPs and special requests, to ensure a flawless dining experience.
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism and tact, turning any issues into opportunities to impress and retain loyal customers.
• Support marketing efforts and special events that boost the restaurant’s profile and attract new and returning guests.
• Prepare regular reports on operations, guest satisfaction, and team performance to keep management informed and help guide improvements.
  
  

What we need from you:

• Proven experience managing fine dining or Michelin-starred establishments
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent understanding of Lebanese cuisine and culture is a significant advantage
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Fluency in English and Arabic, other languages are a plus
• Hospitality or related degree preferred
  
  

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

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