Restaurant Manager
The Lighthouse restaurant
Total years of experience :7 years, 4 Months
Reporting directly to the owner, I was responsible for the day to day operations, coordinate the activities of the staff to deliver quality products and services to customers. Interview, select, train, supervise, counsel and lead outlet staff for the efficient operation of the outlet. Maintain the profitability of the outlet and support the overall operation. Evaluation of cost-effectiveness of all aspects of the operation. Ensure that all standards and procedures are met, ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws, ensure adequate staffing level and coaching staff to adhere to outlet service standards. Control operational costs and identify measures to cut waste. Manage the restaurant’s good image and suggest ways to improve it. Organization and operation in charge for the below events beside The Lighthouse restaurant:
- Jameel Art Centre, Opening party, November 2018, Over 1500 people,
- Sole DXB, December 2018, Puma open bars, Farfetch open bars, Private events & tack riders
- Abu Dhabi Art, December 2018,
- Luis Vuitton party, October 2019,
- Dubai Design Week, November 2019, Pop-Up Restaurant, Bar, Many small private events
- Sole DXB, December 2019, Puma open bar, All public bars
- Many others (WAMDA, QODE, MAC, AL GURG, PEPSI, BOTTEGA VENETA, LES
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