Restaurant General Manager
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About the Role
Fundamental Hospitality seeks an experienced Restaurant General Manager for Shanghai Me in Dubai. The role requires proven experience in high-end restaurant concepts, team leadership, and financial management.
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Responsibilities
- Recruit, train, and supervise restaurant staff, ensuring effective performance and positive work environment
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing complaints, monitoring service quality, and creating a welcoming atmosphere
- Manage budgets, control costs, and analyze sales data to meet revenue goals, including developing business plans and financial objectives
- Oversee daily operations, including inventory management, purchasing, and compliance with health and safety regulations
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to attract customers and boost sales, including community engagement and advertising initiatives
Requirements
- Proven experience as a General Manager within high end restaurant concepts
- Previous experience in Pan Asian dining concepts is a strong advantage
- Experience leading large teams in high volume restaurant operations
- Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages advantageous
- Deep industry insight into culinary trends, hospitality innovations, and evolving customer expectations within premium dining
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Company and Role Overview
- Fundamental Hospitality is hiring an experienced Restaurant General Manager to join the team at Shanghai Me in Dubai.
- Fundamental Hospitality is a UAE born company that unifies leading lifestyle concepts, operating venues across the Middle East and Europe.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a General Manager within high end restaurant concepts.
- Previous experience in Pan Asian dining concepts will be considered a strong advantage.
- Experience leading large teams in high volume restaurant operations.
- Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages advantageous.
- Deep industry insight into culinary trends, hospitality innovations, and evolving customer expectations within the premium dining segment.
Skills and Qualifications
- Strong ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a productive work environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with staff, customers, and suppliers effectively.
- Passion for providing exceptional service and ensuring a positive dining experience for guests.
- Proficiency in managing budgets, analyzing financial reports, and making data driven decisions.
- Familiarity with food safety regulations, restaurant operations, and current trends in the food and beverage industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruit, train, and supervise restaurant staff, ensuring they perform duties effectively and maintain a positive work environment.
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing complaints, monitoring service quality, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
- Manage budgets, control costs, and analyze sales data to meet revenue goals, including developing business plans and financial objectives.
- Oversee daily operations, including inventory management, purchasing, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to attract customers and boost sales, including community engagement and advertising initiatives.
About Fundamental Hospitality
- Established in 2011, Fundamental Hospitality is a UAE born company that unifies the region's leading lifestyle concepts.
- The group develops elevated, home grown concepts and exports them to key cosmopolitan cities worldwide.
- Portfolio includes globally acclaimed concepts Gaia, Shanghai Me, Alaya, La Maison Ani, Piatti, Izu Burger, and international franchises Scalini Dubai, Scalini Riyadh, Cipriani Dubai, and Cipriani Dolci UAE.
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