• 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.

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