Assistant Restaurant Manager - Based in Abu Dhabi

Assistant Restaurant Manager - Based in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Company
Kcal Healthy Fastfood
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
19 days ago
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Job Description
Purpose of the role:

The Assistant Restaurant Manager is responsible for the business performance of their restaurant as well as maintaining high standards of food, service, and health and safety. S/he will also be responsible for combining strategic planning and day-to-day management activities such as shift pattern organization.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:

1. Business Activities

· Oversee and manage all areas of the restaurant and make final decisions on matters of importance to guest service.

· Ensure that the outlet operations and brand guidelines are adhered to as required by the company and the franchise standards.

· Preparing reports, including staff control, food control and sales.

2. People Management and Administration

· Train all customer service staffs to be “the face” of the restaurant by being warm, friendly and customer focused.

· Manage and supervise staff and providing them with feedback.

· Hold daily pre-opening staff meeting as well as monthly staff meeting.

· Conduct the necessary food quality check on daily basis to ensure consistency

· Support in the training of new staff members

· Coordinating the entire operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts.

· Ensure positive guest service in all areas. Respond to complaints, taking all appropriate actions to turn dissatisfied guests into return guests.

· Ensuring that all employees adhere to the company's uniform standards.

· Organizing and supervising the shifts of all restaurant staff.

· Ensure an efficient Rota management system whereby restaurants are staffed appropriately.

3. Finance, Budget and Procurement

· Oversee system transactions and control the voiding system, opening & cash out procedure, system reconciliation, and daily banking procedure.

· Maintain optimum stock levels to ensure smooth running of operations to cater to customer demands.

4. Food Hygiene, Safety and Sanitation

· Enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas.

· Ensure compliance with operational standards, company policies, local laws, and ordinances.

· Responsible for ensuring consistent high quality of food preparation and service.

· Maintain professional restaurant image, including restaurant cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards.

Professional Requirements:

· Bachelor’s Degree/Equivalent.

· Premium or QSR restaurant management experience of minimum 4 to 5 years, with full knowledge and understanding of restaurant operations.

· UAE experience of at least 1 year in similar role is an advantage.

Interpersonal Requirements:

· Ability to work under pressure.

· Excellent grooming/appearance at all times.

· Good verbal and written communication skills.

· Highly organized.

· Good MS Office skills.

· Teamwork oriented.

· Motivated and great at motivating staff.

· Sociable with an open personality that fits with the brand image.

· Commitment to developing and maintaining a premium brand.

· Minimum upper-intermediate or higher command of English.

Salary: AED 4,800/month (No accommodation) + Duty Meals

Other Benefits: Medical + Airfare every 2 years

Job Type: Full-time (6 Days/week)

Required language(s): English

Experience: 4 Years

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED4,800.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate
• Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):
• There is no accommodation. Are you happy with the budgeted package?
• The interview would be conducted in our Dubai head office. Would you be able to attend the face-to-face interview?

Experience:
• Asst. Restaurant Manager: 4 years (Required)

Language:
• English (Required)

Location:
• Abu Dhabi (Required)

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in United Arab Emirates

Q What is the minimum salary required for a work visa in restaurant jobs in the UAE?
As per the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP), the minimum salary for obtaining a work residence visa for restaurant roles is AED 5,000 per month if no accommodation is provided by the employer, or AED 3,000 per month if accommodation is provided, as of 2026. This threshold applies to converting visit visas to work permits. Salaries below this level will not qualify for visa approval.
Q What are the work permit and visa requirements for foreign restaurant workers in the UAE?
The employer must first secure a work permit from MOHRE by submitting the employment contract and applicant details, valid for 60 days. Then, apply for a 2-year residence visa through ICP or local GDRFA offices. Requirements include passport valid for 6 months, medical fitness certificate, and Emirates ID biometrics within 30 days of entry.
Q What education and experience are needed for entry-level restaurant waiter jobs in UAE?
No formal education qualification is required for waiter positions under MOHRE-approved contracts. Applicants need at least 6 months of relevant experience and must pass a medical fitness test including chest X-ray. For promotion to supervisor roles, 2 years experience is standard.
Q What documents are required to apply for a restaurant job work permit in UAE?
Documents include a coloured copy of passport, 4 passport-sized photos, signed employment contract registered with MOHRE, medical fitness certificate from government-approved center (costing AED 350), and proof of accommodation. Employer submits via MOHRE website or app, with processing fee AED 200-500. Employee must complete within 60 days of permit issuance.
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