Company
Fifty One & Co
Location
Sharjah
Job type
Full-time
Salary
AED 5K–AED 7K a month
Via
Indeed
Job description
The Assistant Restaurant Manager will work closely with the Restaurant Owner to oversee daily operations, ensure excellent customer service, manage staff, and maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, restaurant experience, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse team and customer base. Arabic language skills are preferred to better serve our guests.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist in managing daily restaurant operations, including opening and closing shifts
• Supervise, train, and motivate front-of-house and back-of-house staff
• Ensure exceptional guest service and promptly resolve customer concerns
• Support scheduling, payroll coordination, and staff performance evaluations
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance
• Assist with inventory management, ordering supplies, and cost control
• Uphold restaurant standards for quality, presentation, and cleanliness
• Support promotional activities and special events
• Step in as acting manager when the Restaurant Manager is absent
Qualifications & Requirements
• 1–3 years of experience in restaurant management or a supervisory role
• Experience in Asian or Korean cuisine is strongly preferred
• Arabic speaker preferred (English required)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Knowledge of food safety standards and restaurant operations
• Passion for hospitality and team development
What We Offer
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per month
Key Responsibilities
• Assist in managing daily restaurant operations, including opening and closing shifts
• Supervise, train, and motivate front-of-house and back-of-house staff
• Ensure exceptional guest service and promptly resolve customer concerns
• Support scheduling, payroll coordination, and staff performance evaluations
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance
• Assist with inventory management, ordering supplies, and cost control
• Uphold restaurant standards for quality, presentation, and cleanliness
• Support promotional activities and special events
• Step in as acting manager when the Restaurant Manager is absent
Qualifications & Requirements
• 1–3 years of experience in restaurant management or a supervisory role
• Experience in Asian or Korean cuisine is strongly preferred
• Arabic speaker preferred (English required)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Knowledge of food safety standards and restaurant operations
• Passion for hospitality and team development
What We Offer
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per month
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Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in United Arab Emirates
Q
What are the maximum working hours and overtime pay rates for restaurant workers in UAE?
Under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, private sector workers including restaurant staff cannot exceed 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week. Overtime remuneration is 25% above normal hourly wage, increasing to 50% for work between 10 PM and 4 AM. During Ramadan 2026, daily hours reduce to 6 maximum.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
Q
How much annual leave, sick leave, and end-of-service gratuity for restaurant jobs in UAE?
Employees receive 30 days paid annual leave after 1 year of service. Sick leave totals 90 days per year: 15 days full pay, 30 days half pay, 45 days no pay. End-of-service gratuity equals 21 days basic salary per year for first 5 years, 30 days thereafter, calculated on last basic salary.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
Q
What is the process and cost for work permit for foreign restaurant workers in UAE?
Employers apply via MOHRE portal for work permit costing AED 250, valid 60 days for entry and job placement. Follow with medical fitness test AED 320 and residence visa processing AED 370 for 2-year validity. Full process completes in 5-10 working days.
Source: Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
Q
What documents are required to apply for a restaurant job contract in UAE?
Submit passport copy valid for 6 months, 4 recent photos, medical fitness certificate, and proof of experience or qualifications. Employer attests the contract electronically on MOHRE for AED 200 fee. Approval granted within 48 hours.
Source: UAE Government Portal (u.ae)
