Restaurant General Manager

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Restaurant General Manager to oversee the overall operations of an established Turkish cuisine restaurant in Jumeirah 1, Dubai.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in restaurant management, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to lead teams while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and strong business performance. This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance day-to-day operational excellence with strategic planning, revenue growth, and cost management.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the restaurant's overall daily operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service across all departments.Lead and oversee restaurant pre-opening activities, including operational planning, recruitment, team training, supplier coordination, SOP development, and preparation for the successful launch.Lead, motivate, and develop restaurant teams, including front-of-house and back-of-house management.Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, service delivery, presentation, and guest satisfaction.Drive revenue growth through effective sales strategies, promotions, customer retention, and business development initiatives.Monitor financial performance, budgets, food costs, labour costs, and overall profitability.Implement and maintain operational procedures, service standards, and performance KPIs.Manage supplier relationships, procurement, inventory, and stock control.Handle guest feedback and resolve escalated complaints professionally.Ensure compliance with UAE food safety regulations, municipality requirements, and relevant hospitality standards.Work closely with ownership and senior management on business strategy, operational improvements, and growth opportunities.RequirementsMinimum 5–7 years of experience in restaurant or hospitality management, with at least 3 years in a General Manager or senior leadership position.Proven experience in restaurant pre-opening, including setting up operations, building teams, establishing service standards, and managing the launch of a new restaurant.Proven experience managing a full-service restaurant, preferably within premium or upscale dining.Strong understanding of restaurant financials, P&L management, budgeting, and cost control.Demonstrated ability to lead large, multicultural teams and drive operational performance.Excellent knowledge of restaurant operations, food safety standards, and UAE hospitality regulations.Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Commercially minded, results-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.Experience with Turkish cuisine or Mediterranean dining concepts would be an advantage.What We OfferCompetitive monthly salary starts from AED 20,000 depending on experienceMedical insurance other employment benefits in accordance with UAE Labour Law.Opportunity to lead and shape the overall performance of a restaurant in a prime Dubai location.A senior leadership position with direct involvement in business strategy and operational decision-making.