Kerzner International Hiring for Restaurant General Manager – Thai Cuisine at Dubai Full Time

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At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn. 

Behold the dawn of a new, all-encompassing resort experience in Dubai – One&Only One Za’abeel. A vibrant hub for business, a magnetic stage for entertainment, and a haven for inner-city wellness, this new Dubai resort will be more than a trailblazing icon of the skyline, and it will be an utterly unrivalled urban oasis. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Restaurant General Manager to join our pre-opening team at our Michelin star, world-renowned Thai Cuisine restaurant. As the Restaurant General Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the restaurant’s operations, including but not limited to, training, motivating and retention of the team, food cost, labor cost, P&L responsibility, staffing plans, safety, and hygiene, all whilst adhering to all company policies and procedures and brand guidelines.

Role Responsibilities:

Manage the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, ensuring exceptional service and a memorable dining experience for guests

Hire, train, and manage a team of chefs, servers, and support staff

A strong sense of leadership and an excellent motivator

Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure high-quality service, food, and beverages

Maintain and exceed the restaurant’s financial goals through effective cost management and revenue generation

Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations

Build and maintain relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers

Collaborate with the culinary team to create and update menus, and ensure that all dishes are of the highest quality

Manage the restaurant’s inventory, including ordering supplies and managing stock levels

Key Skills and Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in a management role in a fine dining restaurant or similar high-end hospitality setting

Proven track record of managing and developing teams to deliver exceptional customer service

Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and P&L statements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with staff and customers

Thorough knowledge of food and beverage service, including wine and spirits

Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or a related field is preferred, but not required

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.