Assistant Restaurant Manager - Italian Restaurant - Ultra Luxury Resort in Abu Dhabi

We are seeking a dynamic and service-driven Assistant Restaurant Manager to join a luxury fine dining restaurant in Abu Dhabi.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an internationally renowned luxury hospitality group and lead operations within an award-winning Italian fine dining restaurant. The venue is celebrated for its refined interpretation of authentic Italian cuisine, exceptional service standards, and elegant dining experience, making it one of the city's premier culinary destinations.

Our client is a globally recognized luxury hospitality group, known for delivering exceptional service and unforgettable guest experiences across some of the world's most prestigious hotels, resorts, and residences. With a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and timeless hospitality, the group continues to set the benchmark for luxury dining worldwide.

What will you do?

• Support the daily operations of an award-winning Italian fine dining restaurant, ensuring seamless service and an exceptional guest experience
• Lead, motivate, and develop the restaurant team to consistently deliver personalized, world-class service
• Maintain impeccable service standards, restaurant presentation, and operational excellence throughout every shift
• Ensure the team has a thorough understanding of the menu, Italian culinary traditions, beverage offerings, and service philosophy
• Work closely with the culinary and beverage teams to coordinate menu updates, seasonal offerings, and special dining experiences
• Build lasting relationships with guests by anticipating their needs and creating memorable dining experiences
• Oversee reservations, seating plans, and service flow to maximize both guest satisfaction and operational efficiency
• Manage POS systems, prepare operational reports, and support revenue and budget tracking
• Monitor inventory levels, control costs, and minimize waste while maintaining premium quality standards
• Lead daily briefings, coaching sessions, and ongoing training to continuously elevate service performance
• Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve concerns quickly while maintaining the highest standards of hospitality
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and team development in collaboration with HR and Food & Beverage leadership
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, hygiene, and luxury hospitality standards

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a supervisory or Assistant Restaurant Manager role within a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant
• Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management is preferred
• International hospitality experience; Middle East experience is an advantage
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to luxury guest service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Solid understanding of fine dining service standards, premium food and beverage operations, and Italian cuisine is highly desirable
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-end hospitality environment

What you're offered

• Individualized learning and career development programmes
• Global accommodation benefits through the internal employee travel scheme
• Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing initiatives
• Structured retirement plans aligned with tenure and level
• The opportunity to join an internationally respected luxury hospitality group at one of Abu Dhabi's leading fine dining destinations

Do you have the passion to lead a world-class Italian fine dining restaurant where exceptional service, authentic cuisine, and unforgettable guest experiences come together? Join an internationally renowned luxury hospitality team and take the next step in your hospitality career in Abu Dhabi.

About Us

Worldwiders is a global recruitment company specializing in executive search and specialist recruitment worldwide. Since our journey began in 2016, we have become a trusted partner for tailor-made recruitment solutions, connecting top talent with prestigious opportunities across the globe.

With a proven track record of more than 7,000 successful placements and 400+ satisfied partners in over 40 countries, our expertise ensures we match the right talent with the right company to drive career growth and organizational success.

Worldwiders also serves as the umbrella organization behind our specialized recruitment brands, Nordic Jobs Worldwide and Multilingual Jobs Worldwide. Each brand focuses on specific markets and talent segments, enabling us to deliver highly targeted recruitment solutions while benefiting from the global reach, expertise, and network of the Worldwiders group.