Assistant Restaurant Manager #443

Assistant Restaurant Manager #443

Kuwait City, Kuwait

Company
theWORK
Location
Kuwait City
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
17 days ago
Via
via Jobrapido.com

Job Description
We are currently hiring on behalf of a premium restaurant group in Kuwait. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced supervisors or assistant managers to step into a leadership role within a dynamic upscale dining environment.

Start date: ASAP
Contract: 2 years ( the project duration is initially 6 months with reallocation to other brands afterward. These could include premium upscale ongoing or fast-casual concepts)
Candidate Requirements:
• Previous experience in management or supervisory roles within premium or standalone upscale restaurants (not hotels)
• Proven ability to lead and develop front-of-house teams
• Strong understanding of service standards guest experience and daily operations
• Previous GCC experience is mandatory
• Valid passport (minimum 2 years remaining)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English
• Must be ready to relocate and join immediately

Preferred Cuisine Experience:
• Italian
• American
• Pan-Asian (Chinese Thai Vietnamese)

Salary Package: KWD 500 / month (approx. 1630 USD)
• Basic Salary: KWD 275
• Housing & Transportation: Either company-provided shared accommodation and shuttle service (optional) or a combined housing and transport allowance of KWD 175 KWD 50 depending on the employee s preference.
Additional Benefits:
• Work visa
• Medical insurance
• Return flight ticket after completion of the contract
• Career growth across a diverse portfolio of premium and upscale dining concepts
• Performance-based salary increase and promotion opportunities after 2 years

Visa Stamping Information:

The candidate will be responsible for the cost of visa stamping in their home country.
This cost will not be reimbursed by the company.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in Kuwait

Q What is the minimum monthly salary for waiters in Kuwait restaurants in 2026?
As per the Public Authority for Manpower, the minimum recruitable salary for waiters from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka is 120 KWD per month as of January 2026. This salary is required for work permit approval in the hospitality sector. Overtime pay is 1.25 times the basic hourly rate for hours exceeding 8 per day.
Q What are the work visa requirements for foreigners applying for restaurant cook jobs in Kuwait?
Foreigners need a job offer from a Kuwaiti sponsor to apply for a work permit via the Public Authority for Manpower, followed by a residency visa from the Ministry of Interior. The process takes 5-10 working days and requires a minimum salary of 150 KWD for cooks. Sponsors pay 15 KWD for the work permit and 10 KWD for the visa stamp as of 2026.
Q Do I need prior experience or education for entry-level restaurant helper jobs in Kuwait?
No formal education is required for restaurant helpers, but at least 1 year of experience is mandated by the Public Authority for Manpower for work permit issuance in occupation code 5120 as of 2026. Employers verify skills during recruitment. Kuwaiti nationals face no such requirements under Kuwaitisation quotas.
Q What documents are required to apply for a restaurant job work permit in Kuwait?
Applicants need a valid passport copy, 4 passport photos, attested academic certificates if applicable, medical fitness report, and employment contract specifying at least 120 KWD salary. The sponsor submits these to the Public Authority for Manpower online portal. Approval is granted within 3 working days for complete applications in 2026.
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