Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella – SALT, Parker’s, Somewhere, Public, Soil, Shalwa and Kumo.
We are seeking an experienced General Manager – F&B to lead the overall performance of a restaurant concept, driving operational excellence, financial performance, and team development. The role will be responsible for maximizing profitability, maintaining brand standards, and delivering outstanding guest experiences.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee the complete operations and performance of the restaurant concept.
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Develop and execute strategies to achieve revenue, profitability, and operational targets.
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Manage P&L performance, including sales growth, labor cost, food cost, and operational expenses.
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Lead and develop Restaurant Managers and operational teams to achieve business objectives.
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Ensure consistent implementation of brand standards, SOPs, and service excellence.
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Analyze business performance reports and implement improvement strategies.
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Drive guest satisfaction initiatives and enhance overall customer experience.
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Support new openings, expansion projects, and operational readiness.
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Collaborate with culinary, marketing, finance, HR, and supply chain teams.
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Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
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Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies.
Requirements
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Minimum 8–10 years of F&B experience, with proven experience as a General Manager or senior operations leader.
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Strong experience managing high-volume restaurants or multiple outlets.
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Demonstrated experience in P&L management and achieving financial targets.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage large teams.
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Experience in premium casual dining, fine dining, or multi-brand restaurant environments preferred.
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Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making abilities.
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Strong understanding of F&B trends, guest experience, and operational excellence.
