Restaurant Sales & Events Manager – Luxury Hospitality

About the role

Jumeirah is seeking a dynamic Manager to lead Sales & Events for its signature restaurants in Dubai. You will be responsible for driving revenue through private dining, group bookings and curated dining experiences while upholding the brand’s luxury standards.

Key responsibilities

• Drive sales and events activity for the property’s signature restaurants, generating revenue through private dining, group bookings and curated experiences.
• Develop and execute sales plans that position each restaurant to attract the right business across key trading periods and special occasions.
• Build and nurture relationships with corporate, social and lifestyle clients, translating their needs into tailored dining experiences.
• Identify and convert new opportunities across relevant market segments, maintaining a healthy pipeline of restaurant event and private dining business.
• Manage proposals, negotiations and confirmations to ensure bookings are commercially viable and aligned with Jumeirah service standards.
• Coordinate with Restaurant GMs, Operations, Marketing and PR teams to deliver seamless event‑led business.

Required profile

• 6–8 years of experience in sales, events or commercial hospitality roles, preferably within luxury hotels or premium restaurants.
• Proven track record of generating revenue through private dining, group bookings or event‑led business.
• Strong pipeline management, negotiation and conversion skills.
• Experience working closely with restaurant or operations teams to deliver commercially successful, guest‑focused experiences.
• Relationship‑led and commercially aware, with the ability to connect client needs to covers, spend and overall F&B performance.

Required skills

• Pipeline management
• Negotiation
• Client relationship building
• Commercial acumen

What we offer

• Competitive financial incentives
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth