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Driven by a passion for creating unique home-grown food concepts, The Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality group behind the region’s most beloved brands - SALT, Parker’s, Somewhere, Public, Kumo, and Shalwa. Each concept is a testament to our commitment to innovative experiences, community connection, and high standards of service.

We are looking for a highly skilled and guest-focused Restaurant Manager to lead our fine dining concept. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for hospitality, a strong sense of leadership, and a deep understanding of luxury service standards. You will be responsible for ensuring an exceptional dining experience, optimizing operations, and driving business performance.

Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day to day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction
- Lead, train, and inspire the front-of-house and back-of-house teams
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and service
- Handle guest feedback with professionalism and resolve issues promptly
- Monitor inventory, manage costs, and control P&L performance
- Drive sales through up-selling, customer engagement, and local marketing initiatives
- Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety, and UAE regulations
- Work closely with the culinary team to align service delivery with menu and concept
- Manage staff scheduling, performance reviews, and development plans Requirements:
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Restaurant Manager in upper-casual/fine dining environment
- Fluency in English and Italian required
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Hands-on knowledge of restaurant financials, cost control, and team management
- Experience in the UAE preferred
- Positive attitude, guest-centric mindset, and attention to detail

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Job Summary

To assist the Line Manager in planning, organizing and supervising all processes of the outlet and to provide hands-on support to food and beverage associates. Also to ensure the outlet provides quality service that is consistent with the SBU SOP to achieve maximum revenue and profit in line with the budgeted and forecasted projections.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that all colleagues’ activities adhere to, and support the JA Resorts & Hotels quality standards at all times.
• Ensure the highest level of service and courtesy are provided to all guests.
• Ensure that an effective link is maintained between kitchen and service areas.
• Manage the level, consistency, and quality of table and/ or counter service of all menu items.
• Ensure that all outlet processes adhere to all food hygiene regulations and procedures.
• Consistently monitor quality of food and beverages being served and service quality, escalating any major problems and complaints to the Line Manager.
• Provide specialist advice to guests and colleagues on food and beverages.
• Actively seek and review guests’ feedback with regard to food quality, service, and overall satisfaction and take appropriate and timely action.
• Conduct regular team briefings and meetings. Takes full responsibility of the outlet.
• Apply creative solutions and proposes ideas to grow develop and improve the business.
• To assist in the preparation of the department budget and the sales and marketing plans.
• Achieve sales and profit targets and enhance the margins through effective stock management and minimizing controllable costs.
• Create and prepare monthly promotion to generate revenue. Actively promote the use of up-selling techniques within outlet to exceed guest expectations and increase revenue

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook pizzas to high standards of quality, flavor, and presentation.

• Assist in the preparation of fresh pasta, sauces, and Italian dishes under Chef’s guidance.

• Maintain consistency, portion control, and adherence to recipes.

• Ensure kitchen cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene standards are strictly followed.

• Support senior chefs during service and contribute to smooth kitchen operations.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as Commis or Pizza Chef in an Italian fine dining restaurant.

• Strong skills in dough preparation, pizza baking, and handling traditional ovens.

• Knowledge of authentic Italian ingredients and cooking methods.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and within a team.

• Passion for Italian cuisine and eagerness to learn.

We are excited to announce an opening for a SOMMELIER to join the team of a famous Italian restaurant launching in Dubai, UAE. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class concept from the very beginning.

• Certified Sommelier or extensive wine knowledge with strong pairing expertise, especially in Italian wines.
• Previous luxury dining or fine dining restaurant experience.
• Passion for hospitality, guest engagement, and enhancing the dining journey through wine.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Additional languages are a plus (with language allowance provided).

• Salary: AED 8,100
• Service Charge: AED 400 – 1,000
• Tips: up to AED 2,000
• Language Allowance: AED 300
• Accommodation: Single room provided
• Transport & Meals: Fully covered by employer
• Annual Flight Tickets
• Comprehensive employee benefits as per UAE labor law

• Work Week: Alternating schedule – 5 days one week, 6 days the next
• Venue Opening: September / October 2025

To apply for Sommelier | Dubai | New opening Italian Restaurant, please send yourCV in WORD document WITH UP-TO-DATE EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND A FULL-LENGTH PHOTO INSERTED ON THE CV.

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Our partner is a prolific hospitality group with award-winning, thought-provoking venues that range from Michelin-starred fine dining restaurants to casual neighbourhood gems. They have a successful track record of creating unique concepts, delivering exceptional experiences, and telling powerful stories through food and design.

As the group embarks on their exciting journey towards international expansion, they are now on the lookout for a Pre-Opening Head Chef based in Dubai for their all-day Neo-Napoletana pizzeria inspired by the animated and colourful streets of Napoli. The menu will showcase the bold flavours and ingredients that Naples is well-known for, whilst pushing the boundaries of tradition.

The main responsibilities include:

• Leading and directing the culinary team to produce consistently excellent food that guests will love and return for;
• Building and training a high performing culinary team who takes pride in their work and consistently strive for excellence;
• Positioning the restaurant at the forefront of the dining scene;
• Identifying and actioning on opportunities to generate and maximise revenue;
• Consistently setting and achieving food cost and feedback targets;
• Fostering a work environment that embraces open communication and transparency;
• Collaborating closely with the FOH and back office teams on seasonal or adhoc projects;
• Maintaining close communication with the owners and Group Executive Chef, providing ongoing detailed updates on the business.

We seek candidates who have:

• A minimum of 5 years of culinary experience in high-volume, reputable restaurants, with pre-opening experience as a plus;
• A minimum of 3 years experience leading a team of 10 or more;
• An intimate knowledge of Italian and/or Mediterranean cuisine, in particular handmade pastas and Neapolitan pizza techniques;
• In-depth knowledge on kitchen processes, policies, technologies, and best hygiene practices;
• Exceptional analytical and proactive problem-solving skills;
• Excellent coaching, training, and mentoring skills;
• A strong focus on customer experience, ability to engage guests;
• A highly resourceful, efficient, and action-orientated working style, driving results while focusing on metrics;
• A high level of flexibility and adaptability to adjust to the changes and priorities of management.

What’s on the table:

• Working closely with a fast-growing international group with over 40+ venues in their portfolio;
• Opportunity to join a pre-opening team for their first venue in the Middle East;
• Ability to grow within the company as they continue to expand within the region.

The salary package is competitive and includes relocation support and visa sponsorship for applicable candidates.