Set in the heart of the Culture Village, less than 15 minutes away from Dubai International Airport and 8 minutes away from Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai, Palazzo Versace Dubai is conveniently located along the shores of the historic Dubai Creek. On arrival one is welcomed by the striking ‘Pietra di Fiume’ design of the iconic Medusa and Greek décor. A walk through the 5-star hotel’s public spaces reveals several exclusive designs and fabrics from the House of Versace, while the lagoon pools and reflection ponds complement the serenity of the lush gardens that surround the hotel – a true luxury retreat for leisure travelers.

Every single piece of furniture and fabric that adorns the hotel’s 215 hotel rooms and suites, and 169 residences, is designed and tailor-made by the House of Versace exclusively for the Palazzo Versace Hotel in Dubai. Each of the hotel’s 8 restaurants and bars is designed to have an al fresco terrace to reflect the heritage of Palazzos, where the internal court was the informal space to meet, dine and enjoy the weather. The three outdoor pools are decorated with mosaic tiles and surrounded by palm trees and flowers. The beautifully landscaped gardens and unobstructed views of the Dubai Creek and skyline, make this luxury hotel an ideal venue for weddings and social events in Dubai.

SCOPE

The Restaurant Manager – Lobby Lounge oversees the operational and financial aspects of the restaurant operation. He/she insures the implementation and consistency of the company standards and supports the Food and Beverage Department in driving forward the F&B ambitions of the property.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the Assistant Director of Food and Beverage to plan, organize and direct all processes of the outlet to ensure the outlet provides quality food and beverage service that is consistent with PVD’s SOP and achieves maximum revenue and profit in line budgeted and forecasted projections. Conducts market survey for competition ensuring that the restaurant is up in the market.

• Taking responsibility for the business and qualitative performance of the outlet
• Actively support the hotel’s team culture, and help to achieve the hotel’s vision, goals and values
• Handle day to day management activities
• Ensuring that outlet operates efficiently and profitably while maintaining standards in terms of food, service, health & safety and reputation
• Analyzing and planning outlet sales levels and profitability
• Organizing marketing activities and promotional events in cooperation with the Marketing and Communication Department
• Supervise F&B service by directing and guiding subordinates, providing them feedback
• Recruiting, training and motivating colleagues
• Support company's philosophy and company culture through the use of Core Standards on a daily basis to ensure Guest Satisfaction and the achievement of our Mission Statement
• Support company's philosophy and company culture through the use of Guiding Principles and standards as part of ensuring Guest Satisfaction and the achievement of our Mission Statement

COMPETENCIES

• ·Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position, preferable in luxury hotel/restaurant environment
• Middle East experience is an advantage
• Experience working in a multi cultural environment.
• Organized and well planned.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• MS Program (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Train the Trainer, Group Trainer, Up-selling skills training, HACCP
• Basic knowledge in financial aspects of outlet operations.
• Service styles and techniques.
• Involved person
• Good follow up skills
• Meet targets