Assistant Restaurant Manager

2 weeks ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates IHG Hotels & Resorts Full time

InterContinental Abu Dhabi is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and hands-on
Assistant Restaurant Manager
to join our vibrant Belgian Sports Bar, a fast-paced outlet known for live sports screenings, premium beverages, and high-volume service.

This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in an energetic environment, leads by example on the floor, and is passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you'll mostly do:

  • Support the Restaurant Manager in the daily operations of the Belgian Sports Bar, ensuring smooth and efficient service at all times
  • Lead and supervise the service team on the floor, especially during peak hours, live sports events, and promotions
  • Ensure exceptional guest experience, handling guest feedback, concerns, and service recovery professionally
  • Drive sales performance through upselling, promotions, and active guest engagement
  • Maintain brand standards, service quality, and consistency in line with InterContinental and outlet guidelines
  • Assist with staff scheduling, attendance monitoring, and productivity management
  • Support in training, coaching, and motivating the team to maintain high performance and engagement
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and food safety standards
  • Assist in inventory control, stock management, and cost control initiatives
  • Coordinate closely with Kitchen, Bar, and other departments to ensure seamless operations

What we need from you:

  • Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a similar role within a high-volume restaurant, sports bar, or casual dining outlet
  • Strong operational knowledge of F&B service, bar operations, and guest handling
  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, especially during peak periods
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills
  • Guest-focused mindset with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Flexible to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and match days
  • Experience within international hotel brands is an advantage
  • Knowledge of POS systems and basic administrative reporting

What you can expect from us:
We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

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