Restaurant Manager - Broadway

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is looking for a Restaurant Manager to join our Food & Beverage team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is the definition of an unrivalled Arabian fantasy. From a 1.3km pristine private beach, landscaped pools and a private marina overlooking a natural bay, the hotel is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi and perfect for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday or for events and meetings that make a statement, with some of the city’s largest hotel conference centres. Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi offers award-winning 5-star luxury hospitality and authentic local experiences with 390 luxurious rooms and suites along with award-winning culinary cuisines.

About The Job

Based at the Emirates palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi within the Food & Beverage Department, the Restaurant Manager will assume full responsibility of all related operational, administrative and financial aspects of the designated restaurant, Broadway. The Restaurant Manager reports to the Assistant Director of Food & Beverage.

As Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Oversee all operational and administrative aspects of the restaurant as appropriate and be able to prioritize the required level of engagement in both areas depending on business volumes and other related parameters.
• Enforce and monitor that all operational standards, as per our policies, SOP and quality measures are in place at all times.
• Work closely with the respective Chef de Cuisine to plan menus, prices and promotional events for the restaurants in order to maximize revenue generating opportunities in line with market demands.
• Constantly identify areas for improvement in service and food and beverage quality by reviewing various service quality audit reports, guest comment cards and guest incident reports, and formulate action plans accordingly, also in cooperation with the Chef de Cuisine.
• Observe all aspects of the business forecasts and plan effectively to make most efficient arrangements for manpower, equipment and supplies accordingly
• Plan and execute special promotional activities for the outlet and plan for festive season events related to the outlet.
• The Restaurant Manager must be fully conversant with the local laws and customs regarding the serving of alcohol and in particular the variations regarding the license under which his/her restaurant operates
• Maintain a clear overview of all POS - point of sales related set ups and carry out regular check on accuracy of all items
• Monitor the monthly P&L and carry out regular detailed analysis of outlet related financial information
• Provide leadership, direction and support to all Restaurant colleagues at any time
• Encourage proactive, efficient and effective inter-departmental communication within and beyond the F&B division in order to promote a climate of teamwork and enthusiasm
  
  

As Restaurant Manager, We Expect From You

• Previous experience in the same role minimum of two years in a luxury property, resort experience is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management is preferred
• Commercial awareness
• Must have full knowledge of sanitation requirements in handling food
• Strong leadership quality, training techniques, excellent communication and organizational skills
  
  

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.
  
  

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