Restaurant Manager

Company Description

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are more than 240000 women and men who share something unique.

Each and every day we host the world. We care for millions of people. We are all moved by curiosity. We love blending cultures. We are proud of our differences

Yes, we lead the way. But we want to go further, with audacity, with imagination, with passion

SOFITEL DUBAI THE OBELISK

Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk is Sofitel’s largest property in the Middle East. The hotel features 594 luxury guestrooms inclusive of 68 suites and 96 serviced apartments in the heart of Dubai. A variety of trendy restaurants and bars including a contemporary Asian restaurant, a Gastro Pub, a French Brasserie and Pool Bar & Lounge bring residents and patrons together to celebrate the French “Joie de Vivre”. Guests have the option to unwind at the Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane and outdoor pools with private cabanas or workout in a fully-fledged fitness centre. Business travelers can access 1,589 square meter of meeting space including one state-of-the-art ballroom ideal for the most sought - after social gatherings

Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk will infuse the brand’s essence with capitalizing on a perfect balance of modernism and ancient Egypt reflective of the renowned design elements of Wafi. If you are as excited as we are about connecting hearts and showing your guest passion, join us as the next Heartist and help us to make Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk a truly welcoming destination!

Job Description

• Lead day-to-day operations of the restaurant
• Ensure outstanding guest experiences aligned with luxury standards
• Manage team performance, service quality, and operational efficiency
• Oversee service delivery, table management, and floor operations
• Maintain brand standards in presentation, ambiance, and service
• Handle guest feedback, complaints, and special requests professionally
• Coordinate with kitchen, bar, and other departments for smooth service
• Implement promotions, seasonal menus, and special dining events
• Manage reservations, capacity planning, and guest satisfaction tracking
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise restaurant team
• Conduct regular service, product knowledge, and upselling training
• Motivate the team to achieve service excellence and performance goals
• Monitor daily sales, P&L, budgets, and cost controls
• Ensure inventory accuracy and supplier coordination
• Drive revenue through upselling and guest retention strategies
  
  

• Excellent reading, written and oral proficiency in English
• Experienced in all aspects of restaurant service
• Must be well-presented and professionally groomed at all times
• Excellent leader and trainer with strong motivational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• High degree of professionalism, sound human resources management capabilities, business acumen, energy and determination
• Proven organizational skills, able to set and meet deadlines with quality results
• Candidate should be up-to-date when it comes to F&B trends, and knowledgeable of the successful concepts
• The candidate should be aware of the digital platform to enhance the exposure of the F&B offer