General Manager - SAL

Merex Investment Group

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a General Manager to join the SAL team in Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Manages the day-to-day operations of the restaurant providing guidance, encouraging teamwork, and facilitating related professional work processes to achieve high performance standards and liaise with internal and external parties at the appropriate levels to ensure smooth flow of operations.
• Develops the annual restaurant outlet business plan, revenue targets and expense budgets and present for review with the Director of F&B to ensure this is in line with Jumeirah Group policies.
• Monitors customer satisfaction and respond to customer feedback and complaints ensuring procedures are followed to preserve the restaurants and the Group s positive image.
• Monitors and forecast progress against the plan throughout the year and initiate corrective actions, if required, to drive optimal performance and achieve financial and other business targets.
• Ensures Guests dining experience by maintaining consistently high personalised service standards, good food quality and presentation, in line with their expectations.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by tracking emerging trends in the restaurant industry, attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks to stay up to date with international trends and to ensure the competitive advantage of the restaurant

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in relevant role within the international luxury hospitality industry in a similar role.
• Fluency in English, with knowledge of an additional language.
• Strong financial acumen, with proven skills in budgeting, cost control, and driving profitability.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a multi-cultural team in a fast-paced environment.

About the Benefits

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits include:

• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Performance-based incentives tailored to your role
• Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)