General Manager

About the job

We are seeking an accomplished General Manager to lead a refined and vibrant French Mediterranean restaurant in Dubai, UAE.

As part of a globally recognized hospitality group, this flagship venue combines elegant cuisine, a carefully curated wine program, and world-class service within an upscale, energetic atmosphere.

The General Manager will have full ownership of the restaurant’s performance, culture, and guest experience, setting standards from pre-opening through day-to-day operations.

• Assume full accountability for the restaurant’s overall performance, including guest experience, operational excellence, and financial results.
• Lead and inspire the entire restaurant team, creating a high-performance culture rooted in service excellence, professionalism, and genuine hospitality.
• Oversee all front-of-house and back-of-house operations in close collaboration with the Executive Chef, ensuring seamless service and consistent quality.
• Define, implement, and maintain service standards that reflect a refined yet vibrant French Mediterranean dining experience.
• Own the wine and beverage strategy, including wine list development, pricing, supplier partnerships, cellar management, and staff training.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic upselling, guest engagement, events, and wine-driven initiatives.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and P&L performance, ensuring strong cost control, inventory management, and profitability.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management across all departments.
• Oversee compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements in line with UAE standards.
• Act as the primary brand ambassador, maintaining a strong floor presence, building guest loyalty, and cultivating VIP relationships.
• Lead all pre-opening and launch activities, including team building, SOP development, systems implementation, and opening execution.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, landlords, and internal corporate stakeholders.
• Continuously analyze performance metrics and guest feedback to drive improvement and innovation.

• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in a General Manager or Senior Restaurant Leadership role within upscale, high-volume standalone restaurant concepts.
• Proven experience in French or Mediterranean dining environments, with a strong understanding of service style, culinary culture, and guest expectations.
• Demonstrated success in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, P&L ownership, cost control, and revenue optimization.
• Experience leading and developing large, diverse hospitality teams, with a hands‑on, people‑first leadership style.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance luxury service standards and operational efficiency.
• Fluency in English is essential;
  French fluency is a strong advantage.
• UAE / Dubai-based experience is highly desirable, with a solid understanding of local regulations and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• A visible, service-driven leader with a passion for hospitality, wine, and creating memorable guest experiences.