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Café Development & Launch Consultant (Contract)
Raz
Dubai, UAE
Contract
Senior
Onsite
1 months ago
Site SelectionLicensingConcept DevelopmentProject ManagementSupplier ManagementRecruitment
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About the Role
Raz in Dubai is seeking a Café Development & Launch Consultant for a contract role to oversee the end-to-end launch of a drive-through café concept. Responsibilities include site selection, licensing, concept development, design coordination, supplier management, recruitment, marketing, and operational handover.
Key Skills for This Role
Site SelectionLicensingConcept DevelopmentProject ManagementSupplier ManagementRecruitment
Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate suitable locations for a drive through café concept
- Manage all licensing and permit requirements with relevant authorities
- Assist in refining the café concept and customer experience
- Coordinate with architects, designers, contractors, and suppliers for fit out
- Source and negotiate with suppliers for products and equipment
- Develop staffing structure and recruit key operational personnel
- Coordinate branding, social media presence, and launch campaigns
- Establish daily operating procedures and conduct trial operations
- Deliver a complete operational handover upon project completion
Requirements
- Experience in café or food & beverage development and launch
- Knowledge of licensing and regulatory compliance in Dubai
- Project management skills
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Site Selection & Development
- Identify and evaluate suitable locations and plots for a drive through café concept.
- Assist with lease negotiations and landlord coordination.
- Coordinate site feasibility assessments.
- Liaise with relevant authorities regarding approvals and requirements.
Licensing & Regulatory Compliance
- Manage all licensing and permit requirements.
- Coordinate with Dubai Municipality, DED, Civil Defence, RTA, DEWA, and other authorities as required.
- Ensure full regulatory compliance throughout the project.
Concept Development
- Assist in refining the café concept and customer experience.
- Develop menu strategy and pricing structure.
- Recommend equipment specifications and operational requirements.
Design & Fit Out
- Coordinate with architects, designers, contractors, and suppliers.
- Oversee fit out works and project timelines.
- Ensure the project remains within budget and schedule.
Supplier & Procurement Management
- Source coffee, matcha, protein products, ingredients, packaging, furniture, equipment, and operational supplies.
- Negotiate supplier agreements and pricing.
- Establish inventory and procurement systems.
Recruitment & Team Setup
- Develop staffing structure.
- Recruit key operational personnel.
- Assist in onboarding and training staff.
- Create operational procedures and staff manuals.
Marketing & Brand Launch
- Coordinate branding, social media presence, and launch campaigns.
- Develop customer acquisition strategies.
- Assist with pre opening and grand opening activities.
Operations & Handover
- Establish daily operating procedures.
- Implement POS, inventory, and reporting systems.
- Conduct trial operations and soft launch.
- Deliver a complete operational handover upon project completion.
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