About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever pictured yourself working behind the scenes at one of Jumeira’s most inviting restaurants? Whether you thrive in the organized hum of administration or you’re ready to steer the ship as a manager, there’s a spot waiting for you in our growing team. We’re looking for dedicated, detail-loving people—regardless of gender—who are passionate about hospitality and keen to make an impact. The best part? You get to be part of Dubai’s vibrant culinary scene, in an area loved by locals and visitors alike.
About the Company
Imagine a place where the clinking of dishes is matched only by the buzz of creative ideas. Our Jumeira restaurant isn’t just about serving excellent food—it’s about building a community. Our team is a blend of seasoned hospitality folks and newcomers who share a love for welcoming guests and supporting one another. We celebrate wins together (cake, anyone?) and approach challenges with a “how can we do this better?” mindset. While we’re rooted in tradition, we’re also hungry for fresh ideas—so you’ll always have a voice at our table.
What You’ll Be Doing
For Administrative Staff
- Handling reservations, guest inquiries, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations from the front desk
- Managing filing systems, payroll support, and basic accounting tasks
- Coordinating schedules and internal communications between kitchen, floor staff, and leadership
- Assisting with inventory and supply orders, keeping a keen eye on the details
- Supporting team needs—sometimes with a spreadsheet, sometimes with a listening ear
For Manager
- Overseeing daily restaurant operations from both a guest and staff perspective
- Coaching and motivating staff to deliver attentive, friendly service (all while keeping an eye on the bottom line)
- Handling vendor relationships, ensuring inventory and quality standards are met
- Participating in hiring and training, helping new team members settle in
- Implementing company policies and keeping everything up to local health and safety standards
- Collaborating on ways to enhance guest experience and drive business growth
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves
- Previous experience in administration (for Admin roles) or restaurant/hospitality management (for Manager)
- Strong organizational skills—you enjoy keeping things running smoothly
- Excellent communication in English, both spoken and written
- A team-minded approach and a willingness to help wherever needed
- Adaptability—you’re at ease in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience working specifically in Dubai or the UAE’s hospitality scene
- Fluency in additional languages
- Familiarity with POS or restaurant management software
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary ranges: AED 3,000–5,000 (Admin) / AED 6,000–9,000 (Manager)
- Accommodation provided or a housing allowance (your choice)
- Daily staff meals—no more rushing to pack lunch
- Health insurance coverage, because your wellbeing matters
- Opportunities to learn new skills and grow within the team
- A multicultural, close-knit crew that celebrates both achievements and birthdays
- Located in beautiful Jumeira, with its beaches and lively energy
We’re a team that believes hard work should be rewarded—and that work should feel as welcoming as possible. If you’re ready to bring your energy, ideas, and hospitality experience to our family, we’d love to meet you.
Note: This recruitment company applies a job application fee.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you share your previous experience handling administrative tasks or managing restaurant operations, and which aspect of that work you found most rewarding?
- How have you maintained accuracy and attention to detail when managing reservations, payroll, or inventory in a busy restaurant setting?
- Walk us through your approach to coordinating schedules and facilitating internal communication between different departments in a hospitality environment.
- What strategies do you use to motivate and coach a team to deliver consistently excellent guest service, especially during peak hours?
- Describe a time when you successfully implemented a new process or policy that improved operations or the guest experience in your previous role.
- If a guest presents an unusual request or complaint, how do you ensure their needs are addressed while maintaining smooth operations?
- Have you worked with restaurant management software or POS systems before? If so, which systems are you most comfortable with?
- How do you prioritize competing responsibilities on a busy day, especially when unexpected issues arise?
- Tell us about a time you helped onboard or train a new colleague. What approach did you take to make them feel welcome and supported?
- What qualities do you believe are most important for fostering a positive, team-oriented restaurant culture?
- Can you give an example of a challenge you faced in a previous hospitality role, and how you approached resolving it with your team?
- How would you contribute to our restaurant’s balance of tradition and innovation, especially when it comes to suggesting new ideas?
- This team values open communication and celebrating wins—how do you like to contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment?
- If you haven’t worked in Dubai or the UAE before, what excites you most about joining the hospitality scene here? If you have, what have you learned from the local industry culture?