Assistant Restaurant Manager #443

Assistant Restaurant Manager #443


Company
theWORK
Location
Kuwait City
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
17 days ago
Via
via Jobrapido.com

Job Description
We are currently hiring on behalf of a premium restaurant group in Kuwait. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced supervisors or assistant managers to step into a leadership role within a dynamic upscale dining environment.

Start date: ASAP
Contract: 2 years ( the project duration is initially 6 months with reallocation to other brands afterward. These could include premium upscale ongoing or fast-casual concepts)
Candidate Requirements:
• Previous experience in management or supervisory roles within premium or standalone upscale restaurants (not hotels)
• Proven ability to lead and develop front-of-house teams
• Strong understanding of service standards guest experience and daily operations
• Previous GCC experience is mandatory
• Valid passport (minimum 2 years remaining)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English
• Must be ready to relocate and join immediately

Preferred Cuisine Experience:
• Italian
• American
• Pan-Asian (Chinese Thai Vietnamese)

Salary Package: KWD 500 / month (approx. 1630 USD)
• Basic Salary: KWD 275
• Housing & Transportation: Either company-provided shared accommodation and shuttle service (optional) or a combined housing and transport allowance of KWD 175 KWD 50 depending on the employee s preference.
Additional Benefits:
• Work visa
• Medical insurance
• Return flight ticket after completion of the contract
• Career growth across a diverse portfolio of premium and upscale dining concepts
• Performance-based salary increase and promotion opportunities after 2 years

Visa Stamping Information:

The candidate will be responsible for the cost of visa stamping in their home country.
This cost will not be reimbursed by the company.

Are you ready to grow your hospitality leadership career in Kuwait
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