Ian R.

Ian R. has extensive experience in the hospitality and food service industry, currently serving as General Manager at Majid Al Futtaim since May 2024. Previously, Ian held the role of General Manager of Alzayani Foods at AlZayani Investments, overseeing operations for Costa Coffee, Pickl, and AlRifai from November 2021 to May 2024. Prior positions include General Manager at Kingdom Gourmet, managing Oak & Angelina, and Operations and General Manager at BUON APPS LTD. In addition, Ian served as Restaurant General Manager for 400 Gradi at M. H. Alshaya Co. and General Manager of the food and drink division at Salts Estates Limited, which operates multiple busy dining venues. Ian began a career in hospitality as a Dual Site Manager at Pesto Restaurants Limited. Ian holds a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching from the University of Brighton, earned between 1998 and 2002.