Restaurant Stylist

Found in: beBee S KW - 4 weeks ago

Kuwait GASTRONOMICA AE Full time
  • To maintain existing restaurant style standards such as interior and exterior displays, table presentation / decoration, furniture upkeep and maintenance.
  • Support the Marketing department during photo-shoots by preparing the location, styling scenes and providing props as and when required.
  • To maintain existing/new standards such as; interior displays, table presentation and decoration, furniture upkeep and maintenance
  • To plan, develop and execute a interior décor strategy across the business, in alignment with the Company’s vision and strategic objectives.
  • To design and implement visual layouts across all Gastronomica restaurant brands and outlets according to brand guidelines and according to customer profile.
  • To build and maintain strong working relationship with the individual brand’s Restaurant Managers.
  • To work closely with Marketing and Design team (where required) to ensure brand promotion, through effective marketing campaigns in alignment with Interior décor strategy.
  • Continually seek new ideas and methods to improve the visual impact of the brand towards the customer and constantly seek ways to improve customer total dining experience.
  • Build close working relationships with key stakeholders including Restaurant Managers, Operations Manager, Finance, Marketing, Restaurant staff etc.
  • Must have strong awareness of market conditions and be able to adapt quickly to changes in customer activity i.e., off season/peak season, public holidays, Ramadan etc. and adjust visual strategy accordingly, in order to drive footfall.
  • Identify and track key KPI’s according to visual strategy and monitor the impact of the interior style on overall restaurant sales and guest feedback/reviews
  • Researched unique pieces and stores to present and use within the space
  • Created measured floorplans to effectively place and stage furniture and create accurate flow
  • Involved intensively in projects, whether through hands-on assembly of pieces or scheduling deliveries
  • Responsible for all social media and in-store events, including but not limited to facebook, instagram and event planning
  • Manage Interior décor budget and track costs and expenses
  • Provide training to other restaurant staff on Interior décor guidelines & responsibilities to ensure the standards are continually met
  • Be aware of competitor activity and react accordingly in order to drive sales and increase market share of customers.
  • To support the operations team with new restaurant openings across the GCC, travelling when required.
    Skills
  • Proven experience as a Restaurant Stylist within the F&B sector
A naturally creative thinker and solution finder with a passion for art and design Able to translate creative ideas into practical solutions Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Self-motivated, positive and energetic Good time management skills Flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing conditions Highly aware of industry trends and best practices Ability to read, write and speak English fluently. Arabic would be an advantage High school minimum or Bachelors Degree (preferably with a focus on Arts)