Lifestyle Venue Manager

We are seeking a dynamic, highly engaging, and operationally strong Lifestyle Venue Manager (Restaurant Operations Manager) to lead one of the flagship lifestyle outlets of a prestigious hospitality group in Dubai.

The ideal candidate must bring an outgoing personality, strong presence on the floor, and the ability to lead and inspire a team of 30+ staff in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. This role requires excellent people management, refined guest‑interaction skills, strong business acumen, and an instinctive understanding of lifestyle dining trends.

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of a high‑volume lifestyle dining venue
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of 30+ service professionals across all shifts
• Maintain a highly engaging presence on the floor, building rapport with guests and ensuring elevated service delivery
• Drive outlet performance, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence
• Ensure consistent implementation of brand standards, SOPs, and hygiene compliance
• Manage staff scheduling, training, and performance evaluations
• Coordinate closely with culinary, bar, events, and reservations teams to ensure seamless operations
• Handle VIP guests, influencers, and high‑profile clientele professionally and discreetly
• Monitor operational KPIs including revenue, cost control, upselling, and guest feedback scores
• Oversee inventory, ordering, par levels, and supplier relations
• Implement service recoveries effectively, ensuring timely follow‑up and resolution
• Identify opportunities to elevate guest experience and enhance venue visibility
• Support marketing, events, and promotional initiatives to maximize business

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a high‑volume lifestyle restaurant, lounge, or premium dining venue
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing teams of 20+ staff
• Highly outgoing, energetic, and charismatic personality—comfortable engaging with diverse guests
• Strong understanding of Dubai dining trends and lifestyle guest expectations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a polished, professional demeanor
• Proven ability to thrive in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, financials, and cost control
• Solid understanding of reservations flow, table management, and guest rotation strategies
• Experience handling VIP guests and high‑profile individuals
• Proficiency in restaurant management systems (such as Seven Rooms, Open Table, Micros POS)
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage
• Excellent grooming in line with luxury/lifestyle service standards
• Competitive tax‑free basic salary (AED 14000)
• Monthly tips +Annual bonus
• Comprehensive medical insurance (for yourself)
• Annual air ticket allowance
• Residence visa and work permit (for yourself)
• Attractive group benefits including F&B discounts, learning programs, and career growth opportunities
• Relocation support (for yourself)

This position follows a flexible operational roster aligned with high‑energy lifestyle dining venues.

Shifts will include evenings, weekends, and peak business periods.

Weekly off days will be rotational—
one day off in Week 1 and two days off in Week 2, subject to business requirements.