Restaurant Manager – Abu Dhabi, UAE | Daikan Izakaya

Company Overview:

Daikan Izakaya is a premier Japanese dining destination located at Galleria Mall, Abu Dhabi, UAE, renowned for serving high-quality authentic dishes, craft ramen, and traditional izakaya-style culinary experiences in a vibrant setting.

Job Description:

The Restaurant Manager will direct daily FOH and BOH operations, manage and train restaurant personnel, oversee inventory ordering, enforce food safety and hygiene protocols, manage cost controls, and drive guest satisfaction for Daikan Izakaya in Abu Dhabi.

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction to the restaurant team while promoting teamwork and high performance.
• Oversee daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate staff performance while implementing effective training programs.
• Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction by addressing guest concerns and improving dining experiences.
• Manage budgets, control operational costs, and support revenue growth initiatives.
• Monitor inventory levels and supervise ordering processes.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
• Analyze operational performance and implement improvements when required.

🔹 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or in a similar operational leadership role within high-volume F&B establishments.
• Strong operational proficiency in budget management, cost control, inventory tracking, and staff development.
• In-depth knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety regulations, and hospitality best practices.
• Flexible schedule with ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in Abu Dhabi.

What We Offer:

• Senior operational leadership role at a top-rated dining concept at Galleria Mall.
• Dynamic, energetic, and guest-centric hospitality environment.
• Competitive monthly compensation package along with standard corporate benefits.