The opportunity
About the role
About Wynn Al Marjan Island
Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE. Set to open in 2027, the resort will be located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theater, and a beach club. It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, water features, a five-star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events center.
About the Position
Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking an Assistant General Manager – Conservatory Food Hall to join the resort’s Food & Beverage team.
The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are:
- Direct daily shifts in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure readiness and consistency.
- Assist in managing budgets, cost control, labor scheduling, inventory oversight, and cash handling procedures.
- Contribute to the development and execution of business strategies and promotional initiatives aimed at maximizing revenue, seat utilization, and overall productivity.
- Coordinate with culinary leadership to ensure menu availability, address dietary requirements, and manage pacing and specials.
- Supervise reservations, waitlists, and floor plans to optimize guest flow and table turnover.
- Prepare and present daily operational reports, escalating issues, and recommending solutions to the General Manager.
- Support administrative functions including timekeeping approvals, petty cash reconciliation, incident documentation, and stock counts.
- Provide daily supervision, guidance, and coaching to supervisors and service staff to achieve departmental objectives.
- Monitor market trends and provide insights to inform menu development, pricing strategies, and staffing adjustments.
- Contribute innovative ideas to enhance the restaurant’s brand image and guest appeal.
- Represent the restaurant and company positively in interactions with employees, managers, and external partners.
- Lead daily briefings to communicate operational priorities and service expectations.
- Participate in recruitment, candidate screening, and onboarding processes.
About You
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role in a luxury restaurant with direct P&L responsibilities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proven experience in restaurant or hospitality management, preferably in casual or luxury dining.
- Strong interpersonal skills are essential, with the ability to effectively engage and communicate with all levels of management.
- Ability to effectively influence knowledge, relationship management, and trust.
- Proven ability to effectively manage conflict and ensure successful outcomes; work under pressure and deal with high stress situations while exercising sound judgment and decision making.
- Strong product knowledge of cuisine style and wine; WSET 2 preferred.
- Proficient with MS Office and POS software; comfortable with digital reports and checklists.
- Experience within luxury 5‑star hotels/restaurants delivering exceptional dining experiences.
About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits
We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.
