General Manager
Food People · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Apply & track with Apply EdgeAbout the jobWe are seeking a dynamic, hands-on General Manager to lead a premium restaurant operation in Riyadh. The successful candidate will bring a wealth of international experience, deep operational expertise, and a passion for exceptional guest service to elevate the brand to new heights.Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring seamless service delivery and guestsatisfaction.
- Maintain exceptionally high standards of service, cleanliness, and operational efficiency.
- Work closely with the Head Chef to align kitchen and floor operations.
- Partner with marketing and commercial teams to develop and drive revenue-generatinginitiatives.
- Deliver training and coaching across the front-of-house team to enhance service and upsellingtechniques.
- Foster a performance-led, hands-on culture within the team.
- Analyse seasonal business patterns and adapt operations accordingly.
- Act as a brand ambassador, ensuring a world-class guest experience.
- Support planning, execution and innovation within the restaurant.
- Take ownership of key KPIs including revenue, customer satisfaction, and team development.Key Ingredients
- Proven experience as a General Manager in premium dining restaurants.
- Demonstrated track record of leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced, guest-focusedenvironment.
- Strong operational and service standards knowledge.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to train and up skill teams.
- Commercially savvy with the ability to drive top-line performance.
- Understanding of seasonal and campaign-based business cycles.
- International exposure or experience highly preferred.Please note, only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted to discuss the position in more detail.