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Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella – SALT, Parker’s, Somewhere, Public, Soil, Shalwa and Kumo. We are seeking an experienced General Manager – F&B to lead the overall performance of a restaurant concept, driving operational excellence, financial performance, and team development. The role will be responsible for maximizing profitability, maintaining brand standards, and delivering outstanding guest experiences. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the complete operations and performance of the restaurant concept. • Develop and execute strategies to achieve revenue, profitability, and operational targets. • Manage P&L performance, including sales growth, labor cost, food cost, and operational expenses. • Lead and develop Restaurant Managers and operational teams to achieve business objectives. • Ensure consistent implementation of brand standards, SOPs, and service excellence. • Analyze business performance reports and implement improvement strategies. • Drive guest satisfaction initiatives and enhance overall customer experience. • Support new openings, expansion projects, and operational readiness. • Collaborate with culinary, marketing, finance, HR, and supply chain teams. • Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. • Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies. Requirements • Minimum 8–10 years of F&B experience, with proven experience as a General Manager or senior operations leader. • Strong experience managing high-volume restaurants or multiple outlets. • Demonstrated experience in P&L management and achieving financial targets. • Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage large teams. • Experience in premium casual dining, fine dining, or multi-brand restaurant environments preferred. • Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making abilities. • Strong understanding of F&B trends, guest experience, and operational excellence.