{"id":990,"date":"2026-07-08T05:43:44","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T05:43:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/expatriate-restaurant-manager\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T05:43:44","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T05:43:44","slug":"expatriate-restaurant-manager","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/nigeria\/jobs\/abuja-fct\/expatriate-restaurant-manager\/","title":{"rendered":"Expatriate Restaurant Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Expatriate Restaurant Manager\", \"description\": \"Position Summary\\nWe are seeking an experienced, polished, and highly professional Restaurant Manager to lead the operations of a premium fine dining restaurant.\\nThe ideal candidate must possess exceptional leadership skills, international hospitality exposure, and a passion for delivering world-class guest 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hospitality exposure, and a passion for delivering world-class guest experiences.<br \/>The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for ensuring flawless daily operations, maintaining the highest service standards, driving revenue growth, developing staff, and protecting the restaurant&#8217;s reputation as a luxury dining destination.<br \/>Candidates with international hospitality exposure or who have lived, studied, or worked abroad are strongly encouraged to apply.<br \/>Key Responsibilities<br \/>Operations Management:<br \/>Oversee the daily operations of the restaurant to ensure smooth and efficient service.<br \/>Maintain impeccable fine dining service standards throughout every shift.<br \/>Ensure opening and closing procedures are strictly followed.<br \/>Coordinate dining room, kitchen, bar, reservations, and guest relations.<br \/>Monitor restaurant cleanliness, ambience, lighting, music, table settings, and overall presentation.<br \/>Ensure all service sequences comply with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).<br \/>Guest Experience:<br \/>Deliver exceptional guest satisfaction through personalized service.<br \/>Welcome VIP guests and handle special requests professionally.<br \/>Resolve guest complaints promptly and effectively.<br \/>Build strong relationships with regular patrons.<br \/>Ensure every guest enjoys a memorable luxury dining experience.<br \/>Leadership &#038; Team Management:<br \/>Recruit, train, coach, and supervise restaurant staff.<br \/>Conduct daily pre-shift briefings and post-service reviews.<br \/>Monitor employee performance and provide continuous coaching.<br \/>Foster a culture of professionalism, discipline, teamwork, and accountability.<br \/>Schedule staff efficiently to meet operational needs.<br \/>Conduct performance evaluations.<br \/>Financial Management:<br \/>Drive restaurant sales and profitability.<br \/>Monitor daily revenue and operational costs.<br \/>Control labour costs and scheduling.<br \/>Minimize wastage and operational losses.<br \/>Prepare weekly and monthly operational reports.<br \/>Manage budgets and achieve financial targets.<br \/>Food &#038; Beverage Quality Control:<br \/>Ensure consistency in food quality and presentation.<br \/>Maintain high beverage standards.<br \/>Work closely with the Executive Chef on menu planning and seasonal offerings.<br \/>Monitor portion control and quality assurance.<br \/>Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.<br \/>Inventory &#038; Cost Control:<br \/>Monitor inventory levels.<br \/>Supervise stock receiving and storage.<br \/>Conduct regular inventory counts.<br \/>Prevent theft, wastage, and stock variances.<br \/>Approve requisitions according to company policy.<br \/>Sales &#038; Business Development:<br \/>Develop initiatives to increase restaurant revenue.<br \/>Build relationships with corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals.<br \/>Promote private dining events and special experiences.<br \/>Collaborate with marketing on promotional campaigns.<br \/>Increase guest retention and repeat business.<br \/>Compliance:<br \/>Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.<br \/>Maintain licensing requirements.<br \/>Enforce company policies and operational procedures.<br \/>Ensure compliance with labour laws and hospitality regulations.<br \/>Required Qualifications<br \/>Bachelor&#8217;s Degree or Higher National Diploma in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration, or a related field.<br \/>5 &#8211; 8 years&#8217; experience managing a luxury or fine dining restaurant.<br \/>Previous experience in five-star hotels, luxury restaurants, premium hospitality brands, or internationally recognized restaurant chains.<br \/>Proven record of increasing revenue and improving guest satisfaction.<br \/>Experience managing multicultural teams.<br \/>Preferred Candidate Profile<br \/>We strongly prefer candidates who possess international hospitality exposure, including individuals who:<br \/>Have lived, worked, or studied abroad.<br \/>Have worked in luxury hotels, Michelin-level restaurants, or internationally recognized fine dining establishments.<br \/>Have experience serving international guests and high-profile clientele.<br \/>Understand global hospitality standards and luxury service etiquette.<br \/>Have been exposed to international food and beverage trends.<br \/>Are familiar with Western, European, Middle Eastern, or Asian fine dining service standards.<br \/>Have excellent cultural awareness and adaptability.<br \/>Can introduce innovative service ideas and global best practices.<br \/>Demonstrate refined etiquette, professionalism, and executive presence.<br \/>Preference will be given to candidates with overseas work experience or substantial international exposure.<br \/>Required Skills<br \/>Leadership:<br \/>Strong leadership and people management skills.<br \/>Ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.<br \/>Excellent decision-making abilities.<br \/>Guest Relations:<br \/>Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.<br \/>Strong conflict resolution abilities.<br \/>High emotional intelligence.<br \/>Operations:<br \/>Strong understanding of fine dining operations.<br \/>Knowledge of wine service, beverage operations, and luxury guest service.<br \/>Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.<br \/>Financial:<br \/>Budget preparation and monitoring.<br \/>Cost control.<br \/>Revenue optimization.<br \/>Inventory management.<br \/>Financial reporting.<br \/>Technology:<br \/>Proficiency in Restaurant POS systems.<br \/>Microsoft Office Suite.<br \/>Reservation platforms.<br \/>Restaurant management software.<br \/>Personal Attributes<br \/>The successful candidate should be:<br \/>Highly professional and well-groomed.<br \/>Confident and articulate.<br \/>Customer-focused with exceptional attention to detail.<br \/>Passionate about luxury hospitality.<br \/>Calm under pressure.<br \/>Results-oriented.<br \/>Honest and accountable.<br \/>Flexible with working hours, weekends, and public holidays.<br \/>A proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>venmachospitality@gmail.com<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:venmachospitality@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: HotNigerianJobs<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-07-31 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: Venmac Resources Limited Location: Abuja (FCT) Job Type: Full-time Salary: NGN 1000000 Apply Before: 2026-07-31 Job Description Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced, polished, and highly professional Restaurant Manager to lead the operations of a premium fine dining restaurant.The ideal candidate must possess 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