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F&B Operations Manager
Role summary
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The F&B Operations Manager oversees the daily operation of restaurants, bars, banquets and room service at Traders Hotel, Abu Dhabi. Candidates typically need a degree or diploma in hospitality, several years of food and beverage management experience, strong knowledge of service standards, budgeting, cost control and food safety, and excellent English communication skills. Experience in an international hotel and familiarity with Middle Eastern hospitality are advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to lead and coach teams, maintain high guest satisfaction, manage staffing and operating costs, coordinate with the kitchen and other departments, and ensure consistent compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations.
Can I work in the UAE?
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How it works
How it works: Employer-sponsored and employer-paid by law; no local-first test; Gulf nationals need no permit.
Official source: UAE Government portal: Protection of workers' rights. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UAE
Usual for the UAE, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Shared company housing, 2 to 4 per room; a single room or an allowance for managers |
|---|---|
| Meals | 2 to 3 meals a shift; staff bus |
| Flights | Joining flight; home ticket every 1 or 2 years |
| Service charge | 10% added to bills, but no law sets the staff share; about USD 80 to 400 a month |
| Contract | Usually 2 years; probation 6 months at most |
| Leave | 30 days; end-of-service gratuity of 21 days' pay a year (by law) |
| Income tax | 0% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Traders Hotel, Abu Dhabi
Traders Hotel, Abu Dhabi is part of Shangri-La Group, a leading international luxury hospitality company originating in Asia. The hotel is located in Qaryat Al Beri, close to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Abu Dhabi’s main business and leisure areas. Traders Hotel is known for relaxed, contemporary accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting facilities, waterfront surroundings and attentive guest service. As part of the Shangri-La portfolio, it operates with a strong focus on Asian hospitality, professional service standards, employee development and memorable guest experiences. The property serves business travellers, families, leisure guests and events, creating a diverse and fast-paced environment for food and beverage professionals. Benefits for eligible employees may include accommodation or housing support, meals, transport, medical insurance, annual leave and travel-related privileges, depending on the employment package.