Assistant Restaurant Manager

Role summary

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The Assistant Restaurant Manager supports the Restaurant Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations, service quality, guest satisfaction, staffing, training, and compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates are expected to have previous experience in a high-end hotel or restaurant, strong knowledge of food and beverage service, good communication skills, and the ability to lead a multicultural team. Fluency in English is generally required; additional languages are an advantage. The successful candidate should be organized, guest-focused, commercially aware, and comfortable working flexible shifts, weekends, and public holidays. Experience with luxury hospitality standards and point-of-sale systems is preferred.

About the employer

Raffles Doha is a luxury hotel operated under Raffles Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups. Located in Doha, Qatar, the property is designed around refined service, spacious accommodations, premium dining, wellness facilities, and personalized guest experiences. Raffles is known internationally for its elegant atmosphere, attentive but discreet service, and strong focus on its legendary butler-style hospitality. As part of Accor, Raffles Doha offers employees access to an international hospitality network, structured training, career development opportunities, and staff benefits that may vary by position and contract. The hotel serves leisure travelers, business guests, luxury tourists, and event clients, creating a fast-paced, multicultural working environment. Restaurant leadership roles typically involve maintaining high service standards while supporting operational efficiency and memorable dining experiences.

Working in Qatar

Qatar is a modern Gulf country and peninsula rather than an island, offering strong opportunities in luxury hotels, restaurants, tourism, aviation, events, retail, and business services. Doha is the main employment center and provides a cosmopolitan lifestyle, excellent shopping, international schools, beaches, museums, and a growing dining scene. Local culture values hospitality, modest dress, respect for Islamic traditions, and considerate behavior during Ramadan. Summers are extremely hot, while winters are mild and suitable for outdoor activities. Employers commonly sponsor work visas and residence permits, arrange medical checks, and may provide accommodation, transport, insurance, meals, and annual flights. Employees should confirm the full package, probation terms, working hours, and contract conditions before relocating. Qatar has no personal income tax on most employment salaries, but living costs can be high, especially for private housing. Reliable public transport and taxis make Doha relatively easy to navigate.