Assistant Manager / Manager

Job description / Role

Company description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job description

Sofitel Bahrain, an award-winning luxury resort known for its elegance and exceptional service, is looking for a passionate and experienced restaurant assistant manager or manager to join our Greek/Mediterranean dining venue.

If you have a flair for hospitality, a deep appreciation for Mediterranean cuisine, and strong leadership skills, this is your opportunity to become part of one of Bahrain's premier lifestyle destinations.

As the assistant manager or manager, you will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day operations of the restaurant, ensuring an exceptional dining experience that reflects the vibrant flavors and relaxed elegance of the Mediterranean.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the team with a focus on excellence, efficiency, and service.
• Maintain and elevate guest satisfaction through personalized and professional service.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure food quality and timely delivery.
• Manage staff scheduling, performance, and development.
• Monitor and control costs, inventory, and hygiene standards.
• Work with marketing and F&B leadership to drive promotions and guest engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a managerial or assistant managerial role in a Greek, Mediterranean, or fine-dining concept.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English; Greek or other European language is an advantage.
• Detail-oriented with a genuine passion for guest service.

Additional information

Your team and working environment:

Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is a 5-star luxury hotel with 262 luxury rooms and suites including 1 royal suite, 6 opera suites, 21 prestige suites, 32 club millesime rooms, 202 luxury rooms, 5 restaurants and 4 bars, 1 grand ballroom, 2 meeting rooms, beach club, kids club and the first thalassa spa in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries (GCC).

Our commitment to diversity & inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

About the Company

A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.