The Restaurant Manager will oversee the daily operation of a Chinese cuisine restaurant, ensuring excellent guest service, consistent food quality and smooth coordination between the front and back of house. Candidates should have several years of restaurant management experience, preferably in an upscale hotel or Chinese dining environment. Strong knowledge of service standards, staff scheduling, inventory control, cost management and health and safety procedures is expected. Fluency in English, leadership ability and good communication skills are important; knowledge of Chinese cuisine or Mandarin may be advantageous. The successful candidate should be guest-focused, commercially aware, well organised and able to motivate a multicultural team while maintaining Shangri-La’s service standards.
Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and recognised for its distinctive Asian-inspired approach to warm, personalised service. The company operates hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. Shangri-La properties typically offer premium accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, event spaces and extensive guest services. The group places strong emphasis on genuine hospitality, attention to detail, employee development and creating memorable experiences for guests. In the United Arab Emirates, Shangri-La has established a presence in the luxury hotel market, serving leisure travellers, business guests and high-end events. Working for the company usually involves an international, multicultural environment with structured hotel operations and opportunities to build a career in food and beverage, rooms division and other hospitality disciplines.
The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with extensive coastal communities. Hospitality, tourism, aviation, retail, construction, healthcare, technology and finance provide many employment opportunities. Life is modern and convenient, with excellent shopping, restaurants, beaches, public transport and international schools, although accommodation and leisure costs can be high. The culture combines Islamic traditions with a highly international population; modest dress and respectful behaviour are expected in public and at work. Summers are extremely hot, while winters are generally warm and comfortable. Most overseas employees need employer sponsorship for a residence visa and work permit. Employers commonly arrange medical testing, Emirates ID processing and sometimes accommodation, transport, meals and insurance. Before relocating, candidates should confirm salary structure, service charge, housing, annual leave, flights and probation terms. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are especially suitable for professionals seeking international hotel experience.
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