General Manager

Role: General ManagerType: Full TimeLocation: J1 Beach, Dubai, UAEAbout the RoleWe are looking for an experienced and passionate General Manager to lead an exciting new Japanese dining concept opening at J1 Beach, Dubai.The venue will offer a contemporary approach to Japanese dining, combining refined flavours, exceptional hospitality, and a distinctive atmosphere and guest experience.We are looking for a strong hospitality leader with experience in luxury, high-volume restaurants who can lead the venue through its pre-opening phase and drive its long-term success while maintaining exceptional standards of service, food, and hospitality.ResponsibilitiesLead the pre-opening and opening of the restaurant, ensuring operational readiness across all areas.Lead the overall day-to-day operation, ensuring high standards of service, food quality, hospitality, and guest satisfaction.Drive revenue growth, profitability, and overall business performance.Manage budgets, labour costs, forecasting, P&L, inventory, and operational costs.Recruit, lead, coach, and develop the front and back of house teams, creating a strong culture of teamwork and accountability.Maintain a strong presence on the floor and build relationships with guests, VIP clientele, and key stakeholders.Ensure the concept, atmosphere, and service standards are consistently delivered throughout the guest journey.Work closely with Marketing and Events teams on launch activities, activations, partnerships, and initiatives to drive awareness and revenue.Monitor guest feedback, operational performance, and key business metrics, implementing improvements when required.Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety regulations, licensing requirements, and legal standards.Collaborate closely with support departments to ensure the successful opening and smooth ongoing operation of the venue.Carry out any other duties required to support the successful operation of the restaurant.QualificationsMinimum 3 years' experience as a General Manager within a luxury, high-volume restaurant or hospitality venue.Strong experience in premium or fine dining concepts; experience with Japanese dining concepts is highly preferred.Pre-opening experience is highly preferred.Strong understanding of luxury hospitality, guest engagement, and VIP service standards.Proven track record of driving revenue, profitability, and operational performance.Strong financial knowledge, including budgeting, forecasting, P&L management, and cost control.Experience leading and developing large multicultural teams.Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.Passion for hospitality, food, and delivering memorable guest experiences.