Canaves Collection, a world-renowned hospitality brand, is seeking an experienced Restaurant Manager to oversee the daily operations of our award-winning fine dining restaurants at Canaves Epitome. The successful candidate should have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service, a keen eye for detail, and a track record of managing food and beverage operations in a luxury environment. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of service delivery, driving sales growth, managing and developing a team of staff, and maintaining a safe, healthy, and hygienic work environment. As a member of the Canaves family, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow while working in one of the most beautiful and iconic locations in the world.
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the restaurant, including opening and closing procedures, ensuring adequate staffing levels, overseeing inventory, and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene
- Maintain a positive and professional relationship with guests, manage complaints, and resolve any issues to ensure complete guest satisfaction
- Supervise training and development of restaurant staff, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver excellent service to guests
- Create and maintain a budget for the restaurant, monitor expenses, and provide regular financial reports to the management team
- Oversee compliance with safety and hygiene standards, food quality control, and waste management
- Provide regular reports and updates to the management team on restaurant performance and key metrics
Requirements
Essential requirements:
- Minimum experience of 3 years in 5-star hotels or restaurants in similar position
- Advanced use of English language
- Advanced use of Greek language
- Previous experience in fine dining restaurants will be considered an asset
- Extensive knowledge of wine and spirits will be considered and asset
- Previous experience with POS systems, Micros preferred.
Personality Profile:
- Efficient and focused
- Attentive to details
- Positive mindset
- Great communication skills
- Ability to work on flexible hours and multitask
- Teamwork spirit
Benefits
- Competitive Remuneration Package
- Accommodation on privately owned air-conditioned staff houses with WIFI and Laundry
- One Meal daily in staff restaurant plus 1 Snack during shift
- Transportation services provided to and from staff residences and workplaces.
- Continuous professional development
- Ongoing training opportunities to enhance both soft and hard skills
- Encouraging leadership and a friendly workplace atmosphere
- A working environment where you feel valued and appreciated
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Company team events and volunteering actions
- Uniform
- Discounts and Family Rates in group properties in Santorini