Assistant Restaurant Manager📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Boutique Group is seeking an Assistant Restaurant Manager to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time position supports the Restaurant Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences, driving revenue, and ensuring smooth daily operations. The role involves leading the front-of-house team, maintaining service standards, and ensuring compliance with quality, hygiene, and financial controls. Candidates should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience.

The Red Palace: A Unique Setting

The Red Palace, a historic landmark in Riyadh, has been reimagined as an ultra-luxury boutique hotel. Originally built in 1943, this Palace blends timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication, offering an exclusive glimpse into the Kingdom’s storied past through meticulously restored architecture, curated cultural experiences, and unparalleled service. The Assistant Restaurant Manager will contribute to upholding the high standards of this distinguished establishment.

Key Responsibilities: Operations and Service

• Support the Restaurant Manager in daily outlet operations, ensuring consistent execution of brand standards and sequence of service.
• Lead floor operations during service, managing pacing, table allocations, reservations/walk-ins, and peak-time guest flow.
• Ensure guest recognition for VIPs and repeat guests, handle special requests, and oversee service recovery when necessary.
• Conduct daily pre-shift briefings and ensure team readiness, including grooming, product knowledge, section setup, and service priorities.
• Coordinate closely with kitchen and bar teams to ensure quality, timing, and accurate delivery of food and beverages.
• Ensure cleanliness, ambiance, and overall outlet presentation, including music, lighting, table setup, and side stations.

Operational Excellence and Financial Oversight

• Assist in collaborating with the Restaurant Manager to develop innovative menus and dining concepts that align with the hotel's positioning.
• Help ensure consistently high-quality food, beverage, and service across the restaurant.
• Monitor guest feedback and contribute to addressing any issues or concerns promptly to maintain guest satisfaction.
• Support the cultivation of a guest-centric culture among restaurant staff, emphasizing personalized service and attention to detail.
• Assist in developing and implementing operational policies and procedures to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Support the Restaurant Manager in contributing to strategies for maximizing revenue and profitability, monitoring pricing, food cost, and sales performance.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and regulatory standards within the restaurant, maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Candidate Profile

• A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in restaurant management, preferably within a luxury hospitality setting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead front-of-house teams and maintain high service standards.
• Strong understanding of operational policies, financial controls, and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to embody the brand's commitment to elegant, discreet, and intuitive service, ensuring quality is consistently upheld.

Requirements

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.