Restaurant General Manager-Six Senses the Palm

As Restaurant General Manager, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.  

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and its strategic planning and development and ensure all directives, practices and initiatives are implemented, embraced, adopted within my department.

Duties and Responsibilities  

As Restaurant General Manager, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the resort's Food & Beverage outlets to provide exceptional product and service within brand operating standards.  

The duties and responsibilities will include:

Lead the operations of the assigned outlet as per brand guidelines, LQA & Forbes audit standards.

Establishment of the outlet guidelines and operating procedures as per brand standards.

Produce Menus and Wine Lists to remain relevant and in line with Eat With Six Senses and sustainability practices. 

Manage all aspects of food and beverage outlets on a daily basis and coordinate special events.    

Achieve budgeted revenues, control expenses and labour costs, and maximize profitability within all areas of the food and beverage.    

Assist in preparation of the annual operating budget which supports the overall objectives of the food and beverage outlet.    

Operate the outlets consistent with all legal, statutory and financial requirements and documentation, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security and safety protocols, communications, product and service standards, host management practices and budgetary controls are implemented, reviewed and maintained to ensure the successful operation of the hotel.  

Qualifications

To execute the position of Restaurant General Manager, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:

Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, culinary arts, or related field plus 4 or more years related experience, including management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Fluent in English; I understand that additional languages are preferred.  

Proven experience leading high end European and Middle Eastern dining operations. 

Extensive knowledge of luxury restaurants' wine and beverage service standards and practices. Formal Certification in this field is preferred. 

Demonstrated expertise in leading and managing high end restaurant floor operations. A personally involved, visible and proactive leader with excellent organizational skills, capable of providing focused direction and continuing to establish the company’s prominent position within the market. 

Possess a well-developed capability for strategic decision-making and a track record of proven results in the areas of customer satisfaction, operational excellence, employee satisfaction, revenue and profit. The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for a Restaurant General Manager at Six Senses The Palm, Dubai. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position. Six Senses The Palm, Dubai is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.