Food & Beverage Manager
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar with 20 recent postings.
A Food & Beverage Manager in the GCC region requires communication, inventory, Excel, compliance, presentation. Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 11,000 AED | 19,500 AED | 30,000 AED | 41,500 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 10,500 SAR | 18,500 SAR | 28,500 SAR | 39,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 11,500 QAR | 20,000 QAR | 31,000 QAR | 43,500 QAR |
| Kuwait | 900 KWD | 1,600 KWD | 2,450 KWD | 3,400 KWD |
| Oman | 1,000 OMR | 1,750 OMR | 2,700 OMR | 3,750 OMR |
| Bahrain | 950 BHD | 1,650 BHD | 2,600 BHD | 3,600 BHD |
How Food & Beverage Manager pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts EMEA
- Marriott International, Inc
- Chedi Hospitality
- Radisson Hotel Group
- Wyndham Grand Manama
- Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Inc
Active markets
- bahrain
- kuwait
- qatar
- saudi
- uae
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Provides the strategic direction for F&B department. Oversee the day
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day operations of the hotel’s restaurants, bars, room service, and banquet areas. Ensure compliance with SOPs and brand standards. Ensure all F&B outlets are delivering high
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in employees' absence.
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Utilizes interpersonal and communication
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Ensure compliance with SOPs and brand standards.
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Ensure all F&B outlets are delivering high
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quality service and maintaining a pleasant dining environment.
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In conjunction with the Executive Head Chef, monitor and evaluate food and beverage offerings, ensuring menu items meet quality standards and are aligned with guest preferences.
What is the average Food & Beverage Manager salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Food & Beverage Manager in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Food & Beverage Manager salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Food & Beverage Manager salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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