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)

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