Restaurant Manager - Dubai

# Restaurant Manager - Dubai > Apt Resources · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-15 **Salary:** unknown currency 204,000–240,000 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Mngt ## Description Apt Resources is seeking an experienced, commercially driven, and dynamic Restaurant Manager to take responsibility for the overall operations and business performance of a standalone restaurant in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in restaurant management, with proven experience in overseeing financial performance, driving revenue, managing operational costs, and leading high-performing teams. We are looking for an adaptable and forward-thinking individual with strong emotional intelligence, a creative mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving F&B environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence, achieving financial objectives, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and continuously identifying opportunities to improve business performance. **Responsibilities** - Oversee the overall restaurant operations, ensuring efficient daily management and compliance with established operational standards. - Manage the restaurant's financial performance, including budgeting, revenue generation, cost control, profitability, and achievement of business targets. - Monitor sales, operational expenses, inventory, and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing strategies to improve business performance. - Lead, motivate, and develop the restaurant team, overseeing recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance management. - Maintain high standards of food quality, service delivery, hygiene, and customer satisfaction while handling guest feedback and concerns. - Coordinate with the kitchen and service teams to ensure smooth operations and an excellent dining experience. - Identify opportunities for business growth, introduce creative initiatives, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and profitability. - Demonstrate flexibility, emotional intelligence, and a positive approach to change, adapting to new procedures and encouraging innovation within the team. ## Requirements - Bachelor's degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, or a related field is preferred. - Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in restaurant management or a similar leadership role. - Previous experience managing a standalone, full-service, or upscale dining establishment. - Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, financial management, budgeting, cost control, and sales performance. - Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate restaurant teams. - Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Strong commercial awareness, customer service orientation, and ability to drive business performance. - High emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a creative mindset, with the ability to embrace change and introduce new ideas. - Good command of English. - Knowledge or experience in Greek or Mediterranean cuisine is an advantage. ## Benefits Monthly salary of AED 17,000–20,000, with a live-out arrangement accommodation and transportation allowances, tips, duty meals, annual air ticket, KPI-based bonus, and spouse air ticket and health insurance (subject to certain conditions). ## Apply [Apply at Apt Resources](https://apply.workable.com/apt-resources/j/A98721A43F/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)