Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort is seeking an experienced and dynamic Restaurant General Manager to lead operations at our Reunion restaurant location in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, overseeing all aspects of restaurant operations and driving profitability while creating an exceptional dining experience for guests.
 About the Role
Core Function: Leading all daily operations at the Reunion restaurant location
Key Scope: Front-of-house and back-of-house operations, profitability, and guest experience
Location: Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Leadership Focus: Decisive leadership and commitment to hospitality excellence
 Career Opportunity in UAE Luxury Restaurant & Resort Leadership
Strategic Location: Ras Al Khaimah — a growing luxury beach resort destination in the UAE
P&L Ownership: Managing financial performance and achieving profitability targets
Event & Marketing Scope: Coordinating special events, private functions, and promotional initiatives
Career Growth: A senior leadership role within a globally recognized hospitality brand
Position Overview
This Restaurant General Manager role involves overseeing all daily restaurant operations, recruiting and managing staff, and developing strategies to maximize revenue and control costs. You will maintain strict health and safety compliance, manage inventory and vendor relationships, enhance customer satisfaction, coordinate marketing initiatives, and analyze financial reports to identify growth opportunities.
Why This Role Matters: As Restaurant General Manager at Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort, you take full ownership of P&L performance and operational excellence at a distinctive Reunion restaurant location, apply strong leadership skills recruiting, training, and developing a motivated restaurant team, drive profitability through strategic revenue management, cost control, and marketing initiatives, maintain guest satisfaction standards within a luxury beach resort environment, and build a career within Sofitel’s globally respected hospitality brand on the UAE’s growing Ras Al Khaimah coastline.
 Key Responsibilities
Operations & Team Leadership
- Oversee all daily restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house activities
- Recruit, train, onboard, and manage restaurant staff, fostering a positive work environment
- Conduct regular performance reviews and manage staff development
Financial Performance & Cost Control
- Develop and implement strategies to maximize revenue, control costs, and achieve profitability targets
- Manage inventory, food costs, and vendor relationships to optimize operational efficiency
- Analyze financial reports and KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement and growth
Guest Experience & Compliance
- Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation standards per local regulations
- Monitor and enhance customer satisfaction through quality service standards and feedback analysis
- Plan and execute marketing initiatives and coordinate special events and private functions
- Handle customer concerns and complaints professionally, ensuring resolution
 Qualifications & Requirements
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in restaurant or hospitality management
- Proven track record of managing P&L statements and achieving financial targets
- Experience in staff recruitment, training, and performance management
Essential Skills
- Strong leadership and team management skills, able to motivate and develop staff
- Proficiency in restaurant management systems and POS software
- Comprehensive knowledge of food service operations, menu planning, and food safety standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English
- Knowledge of local regulations and compliance requirements in the UAE hospitality sector
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Qualifications
- Additional language proficiency
- Experience in event management and marketing initiatives
- Experience managing multicultural teams in international settings
About Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort
Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort is seeking a dynamic Restaurant General Manager to lead its Reunion restaurant location in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong operational expertise, decisive leadership, and a commitment to excellence in the hospitality industry, contributing to Sofitel’s reputation for exceptional guest experiences along the UAE’s coastline.
Career Excellence: Lead profitable, guest-focused restaurant operations at a luxury beach resort in Ras Al Khaimah.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior Restaurant/Hospitality Managers: With 5+ years of progressive management experience
- P&L-Accountable Leaders: With a proven track record managing financial targets
- Multicultural Team Leaders: Experienced managing diverse teams in international settings
- Event & Marketing-Savvy Managers: With experience coordinating promotional initiatives and functions
- UAE Hospitality Compliance Experts: Knowledgeable in local regulatory requirements
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