Restaurant Manager – Japanese Cuisine

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a 5-star Abu Dhabi beach resort with a stunning setting on Abu Dhabi Creek. Our luxurious urban hideaway offers unparalleled panoramas over the glittering white-marble minarets of iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Alongside exquisite restaurants and bars, Fairmont Abu Dhabi boasts 366 spacious rooms, suites and a villa. Designed with discerning business and leisure guests in mind, our incomparable facilities include a private beach, pool, meeting rooms, and a magnificent ballroom for lavish celebrations.

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Restaurant Manager to lead the operations of our Japanese restaurant. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, in-depth knowledge of Japanese cuisine, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, maintaining quality standards, and driving business performance.

• Oversee and manage all daily restaurant operations to ensure efficiency and excellence in service.

• Lead, train, and supervise front-of-house and back-of-house teams, including sushi chefs and kitchen staff.

• Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and authentic Japanese dining experience.

• Monitor inventory levels, manage supplier relationships, and control food and labor costs.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.

• Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve complaints promptly.

• Analyze sales performance, prepare reports, and implement strategies to improve revenue and profitability.

• Develop staff schedules and ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.

• Support marketing initiatives, promotions, and special events to drive business growth.

• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager, preferably in a Japanese or Asian cuisine restaurant.

• Strong knowledge of Japanese food culture, sushi preparation standards, and service flow.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and operational targets.

• Customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.