Restaurant Manager

Welcome to SLS The Red Sea, where bold creativity and unapologetic luxury come to life.

Part of Ennismore’s globally celebrated lifestyle portfolio, SLS Hotels are known for redefining hospitality through striking design, elevated service, and magnetic social energy. Now open on the Red Sea coast, SLS The Red Sea stands as one of Saudi Arabia’s most exciting lifestyle destinations.

The resort features 150 impeccably designed keys, five dynamic Food & Beverage venues, and a luxurious spa sanctuary, offering guests a seamless blend of indulgence, entertainment, and escape. From vibrant dining experiences to moments of pure relaxation, every detail is crafted to surprise, inspire, and connect.

More than a hotel, SLS The Red Sea is a living stage—a place where creativity thrives, individuality is celebrated, and bold ideas are encouraged. As the journey continues beyond opening, we are building a passionate team to shape the future of this iconic destination. If you’re driven by excellence, energized by lifestyle hospitality, and ready to be part of something extraordinary, this is where your story continues.

At SLS Red Sea, the Restaurant Manager is the driving force behind the venue’s operational success, guest experience, and team performance. With a flair for detail, leadership, and service excellence, this role leads the day-to-day operations of one of our signature venues from planning and execution to innovation and engagement. 

Reporting directly to the Director of Food & Beverage, this role is accountable for upholding the SLS vision, curating memorable dining moments, and ensuring the outlet’s profitability, compliance, and vibrancy. 

Duties & Functions: 

• Lead the team in delivering a consistently elevated, engaging, and dynamic guest experience in line with SLS brand values. 

• Act as the face of the outlet, maintaining a constant presence during service and cultivating strong guest relationships. 

• Handle guest feedback and complaints swiftly and effectively, turning challenges into opportunities to exceed expectations. 

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth coordination across floor, bar, and support areas. 

• Ensure outlet ambiance, service delivery, and product presentation meet brand standards at all times. 

• Monitor cleanliness, hygiene, and maintenance standards in line with health and safety regulations and local compliance laws. 

• Liaise with Engineering and Housekeeping teams to maintain the venue’s physical environment to luxury-lifestyle standards. 

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of supervisors, waitstaff, hosts, and bartenders. 

• Conduct recruitment, onboarding, and consistent performance management of team members. 

• Ensure all team members are trained in service standards, menu knowledge, guest interaction, and compliance protocols. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as a Restaurant Manager within luxury hotels, upscale dining, or lifestyle concepts.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of service excellence, guest experience delivery, and operational standards.
• Solid financial acumen including budgeting, cost control, and P&L management.
• Proficiency in POS systems, inventory management, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage), with a polished and professional presence aligned with the SLS brand.