About the Role

The Graduate Employee – Rotational Program role is designed to develop freshly graduated Emirati talent through structured, on-the-job rotations across key business functions. The role aims to build functional capability, business understanding, and leadership potential, while supporting Americana Restaurants’ Emiratization 2026 strategy and long-term talent pipeline. Graduate Employees join as full-time employees and rotate across selected departments to gain practical exposure, develop core competencies, and prepare for permanent placement upon successful completion of the program.

Responsibilities

Program & Rotation Responsibilities

• Participate actively in assigned departmental rotations as per the program structure
• Complete initial Operations and Brand Immersion phase
• Execute assigned tasks and projects aligned with department objectives and KPIs
• Demonstrate learning agility and adaptability across different functions

Performance & Development

• Achieve agreed KPIs and learning objectives for each rotation
• Participate in structured entry and exit reviews for each rotation
• Receive and act on continuous feedback from rotation supervisors
• Maintain accurate documentation of learning outcomes and performance

Collaboration & Engagement

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and ownership mindset
• Uphold Americana’s values, policies, and code of conduct

Program Completion

• Participate in final performance evaluation and leadership presentation
• Be considered for permanent placement in any of the roles/functions trained in, subject to performance and business requirements

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree only, relevant fields include (but are not limited to):

• Business Administration
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Finance
• Supply Chain
• Engineering
• Food Science

Experience:

• Fresh graduate (graduated within the last 1–2 years)
• Less than 1 year of full-time work experience

Required Skills

• Strong communication skills (English and/or Arabic)
• Learning agility and adaptability
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Time management and accountability
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking

Required Knowledge

• Basic understanding of business operations
• Interest in restaurants, retail, or hospitality sector