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Title:  Restaurant Manager

12 Jun 2026
Business Unit:  The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai
Department:  Food & Beverage
Job requisition ID:  15044
Description: 

About IHCL

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is a part of the Tata Group and is one of South Asia's largest and most iconic hospitality companies. With a legacy of over 120 years, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to our guests through our diverse portfolio of hotels, resorts, and palaces.

Careers at IHCL

At IHCL, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a dynamic work environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Join us in creating memorable experiences and shaping the future of hospitality. Explore exciting career opportunities with us and be a part of a vibrant team that values passion, excellence, and diversity. 

Job Objective

The Restaurant Manager is responsible for the management, operations and overall performance of the Paper Moon Restaurant restaurant. The position is reponsible to work on menu planning, maintaining hygiene, safety & brand standards and provides hands-on support to the team during daily operations. The Restaurant Manager must ensure maximization of profits, enhancement of customer's experience and satisfaction, by establishing quality standards and maintaining high employee morale resulting in creating an iconic and profitable hotel. 

Essential Job Tasks

  1. Strategy Development and Planning
  2. Financials & Resource Management
  3. Process
  4. Customer
  5. People
  6. Audit And Compliance 
  7. Safety

Areas of Responsibility

1. Align restaurant goals with the hotel’s annual business strategy.
2. Develop strategies with HOD to maintain market leadership.
3. Conduct competitor analysis and implement tactical plans.
4. Monitor financial performance against budget regularly.
5. Drive daily revenue and participate in revenue meetings.
6.Control costs to achieve targeted EBITDA margins.
7.Optimize menu pricing through cost analysis and menu engineering.
8.Ensure proper inventory, requisition checks, and stock control.
9.Conduct daily briefings to review operations and team performance.
10. Maintain equipment, reduce breakage, and ensure operational efficiency.
11. Deliver superior guest experience and handle complaints effectively.
12. Monitor guest feedback and personalize services for key guests.
13. Manage recruitment, training, performance, and team development.
14.Ensure compliance with audits, hygiene, and legal standards.
15. Implement safety practices including risk assessment and adherence to protocols

Required Qualifications

Masters or Degree in Hospitality Management

Preferably WSET (Intermediate to Advanced)

Work Experience

4-6 years of experience

Languages Needed in Position

Proficiency in english.

Key Interfaces- External

Key Interfaces- Internal

Behavioural Competencies

Process Excellence
Result Orientation
Collaborative Engagement
Change Championship
Growth Mindset
Talent Enrichment
Guest Centricity
Personal Effectiveness

Functional/Technical Competencies

Equal Opportunities Employment at IHCL

At IHCL, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team, where every voice is valued and respected.