Restaurant manager- Native Arabic speaking
Company
Trendfull Cafes & Restaurants
Location
Manama
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
18 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Must be Native Arabic speaker
Preferable located in Bahrain
Job description:
if you have a background in purchasing and procurement within the hospitality/F&B industry, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities for this role include:
• Coordinate daily Front of the House and Back of the House restaurant operations
• Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction
• Respond efficiently and accurately to customer complaints
• Organize and supervise shifts
• Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity
• Estimate future needs for goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations
• Manage restaurant’s good image and suggest ways to improve it
• Promote the brand in the local community through word-of-mouth and restaurant events
• Recommend ways to reach a broader audience (e.g. discounts and social media ads)
• Train new and current employees on proper customer service practices
• Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations
Qualifications for this role include:
• Proven work experience as a Restaurant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, Hospitality Manager or similar role is a plus
• Extensive food and beverage (F&B) knowledge, with ability to remember and recall ingredients and dishes to inform customers and wait staff
• Familiarity with restaurant management software
• Strong leadership, motivational and people skills
• Acute financial management skills
• BSc degree in Business Administration; hospitality management
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
• Restaurant Manager: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
• English (Preferred)
• Arabic (Must)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: BD650.000 - BD800.000 per month
Application Question(s):
• Are you Native Arabic speaker, or do you speak Arabic fluently?
Work Location: In person
Preferable located in Bahrain
Job description:
if you have a background in purchasing and procurement within the hospitality/F&B industry, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities for this role include:
• Coordinate daily Front of the House and Back of the House restaurant operations
• Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction
• Respond efficiently and accurately to customer complaints
• Organize and supervise shifts
• Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity
• Estimate future needs for goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations
• Manage restaurant’s good image and suggest ways to improve it
• Promote the brand in the local community through word-of-mouth and restaurant events
• Recommend ways to reach a broader audience (e.g. discounts and social media ads)
• Train new and current employees on proper customer service practices
• Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations
Qualifications for this role include:
• Proven work experience as a Restaurant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, Hospitality Manager or similar role is a plus
• Extensive food and beverage (F&B) knowledge, with ability to remember and recall ingredients and dishes to inform customers and wait staff
• Familiarity with restaurant management software
• Strong leadership, motivational and people skills
• Acute financial management skills
• BSc degree in Business Administration; hospitality management
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
• Restaurant Manager: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
• English (Preferred)
• Arabic (Must)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: BD650.000 - BD800.000 per month
Application Question(s):
• Are you Native Arabic speaker, or do you speak Arabic fluently?
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs
What is the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Bahrain in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour and Social Development, the minimum wage for restaurant servers in Bahrain is BHD 300 per month as of January 2026 for Bahraini nationals in the private sector. Expatriate workers in restaurants must receive at least BHD 250 per month plus overtime at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours beyond 48 per week. Employers must deposit salaries into bank accounts by the 10th of each month.
How do I obtain a work permit for restaurant jobs in Bahrain as a foreigner in 2026?
Foreign nationals require a work permit from the Labour Market Regulatory Authority valid for two years at a fee of BHD 200, sponsored by a licensed restaurant employer. The permit must be applied for within 30 days of arrival on a visit visa, with medical fitness tests completed at approved centers costing BHD 50. Renewal requires a valid employment contract and no outstanding violations.
What education and experience are needed for chef positions in Bahrain restaurants?
The Ministry of Labour and Social Development requires chefs to hold at least a secondary school certificate plus two years of documented restaurant kitchen experience for visa approval. A recognized culinary diploma reduces the experience requirement to one year, with all qualifications verified through the National Qualifications Framework by December 2026.
What documents are required to apply for restaurant jobs in Bahrain?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, attested educational certificates, a medical report from a Bahrain-approved center, and a police clearance certificate issued within the last six months. The Labour Market Regulatory Authority requires the employment contract and employer commercial registration copy to be uploaded via their online portal before the work permit is issued.
