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Specialty Restaurant Manager

Posted Date 19 hours ago(04/09/2026 13:59)
Job ID
2026-8433
Department
F&B
Job Location
The Royal Stables Private Members Club

Overview

About The First Group Hospitality 

 

The First Group Hospitality is a Dubai-headquartered, full-service hospitality management company specialising in hotel operations, asset management, and F&B strategy. With a team of industry veterans and a proven track record, the company delivers tailored solutions that enhance efficiency, optimise revenue, and maximise asset value for investors and hotel owners. As a trusted third-party hotel management provider, The First Group Hospitality partners with leading global brands to drive operational excellence and long-term profitability, thanks to expertise spanning property performance optimisation, cost management, and guest experience enhancement. Beyond management, The First Group Hospitality develops and operates a dynamic portfolio of upscale hotels, residences, and award-winning restaurants, creating high-value hospitality assets that stand out in the market. 

 

For more information, visit tfghospitality.com 

Job Description

Job Summary

At The Royal Stables Private Members Club in Abu Dhabi, we are looking for an accomplished and commercially minded Specialty Restaurant Manager to lead a distinctive dining concept and deliver exceptional experiences for our members and guests. The role combines refined service leadership, culinary collaboration, team development, and commercial performance to establish the restaurant as a signature dining destination within the Club.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional service, product quality, and operational excellence.
  • Create personalized dining experiences by building strong member relationships, recognizing preferences, and anticipating individual needs.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the restaurant team, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and service excellence.
  • Collaborate closely with Culinary and Beverage teams to enhance menus, service concepts, and the overall dining experience.
  • Drive restaurant performance through revenue optimization, upselling, cost management, productivity, and effective resource planning.
  • Monitor member feedback and dining trends, translating insights into meaningful service and operational improvements.
  • Manage reservations, table utilization, staffing, inventory, and operational requirements to optimize service flow and performance.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, health and safety, licensing, and established Club standards.

Desired Skill & Expertise

Desired Skills & Competencies

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Food & Beverage Management, or a related field.
  • 5–7 years of progressive restaurant or Food & Beverage experience, including 2–3 years in a managerial capacity, preferably within private members clubs, luxury dining, or premium hospitality environments.
  • Strong leadership and team development capabilities with a visible, hands-on management style.
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience in revenue growth, cost management, and operational performance.
  • Refined member relations and service recovery skills with a highly personalized approach to hospitality.
  • Strong understanding of contemporary dining concepts, food and beverage trends, and elevated service standards.
  • Confident decision-maker with the ability to lead a dynamic, high-performing restaurant operation.

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