Restaurant Manager / Maître D’

Something special has been born in the heart of Porto — and we want to continue building it with you.

Next to the Super Bock Arena, the 4* 705 O’Porto Hotel has opened its doors, bringing with it a new concept of hospitality: excellence, authenticity, and a service you can feel from the first to the very last moment of your stay.

In a phase of consolidating and growing our operations, this is a unique opportunity to join a young, expanding project — to help strengthen a team, a culture, and an identity that are already making their mark on Porto’s hotel industry. We are looking for someone passionate about the art of welcoming guests, with a keen eye for detail and a desire to leave their mark.

WHY JOIN US?

  • The opportunity to join the team of a landmark hotel, already fully operational in Porto;

  • A growing project with genuine room for professional development;

  • A team that values professionalism, approachability, and a spirit of mutual support;

  • The chance to contribute daily to the consolidation of standards of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and supervise restaurant, bar, and breakfast operations;

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the bar and restaurant;

  • Ensure standards of excellence and compliance with product and service quality standards;

  • Operational people management, delegating tasks to different team members according to the specific needs of the service;

  • Set goals, schedules, and KPIs, and monitor management indicators to ensure defined objectives are met;

  • Control the opening and closing of the tills;

  • Supervise established cleaning and hygiene plans and enforce HACCP regulations;

  • Participate in and align the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes for new staff;

  • Define roles, distribute tasks and responsibilities, and establish team operating procedures;

  • Create wine and bar menus, as well as prepare for events;

  • Supervise the execution of all daily events, ensuring they meet the defined standards;

  • Manage the procurement, storage, and preservation of produce and raw materials, verify quality and quantity, control stock, and maintain necessary records;

  • Monitor the condition of products/ingredients during storage and account for any wastage or breakages;

  • Request maintenance in the event of breakdowns or necessary interventions to ensure the integrity of work areas;

  • Organise inventories to assess the need to replace equipment and utensils related to the service;

  • Maintain emotional stability, physical endurance, and stress resistance; manage time effectively with swift execution and a strong focus on achieving results;

  • Address and resolve irregular situations, particularly any customer complaints.

Competency Profile:

  • Previous experience in a similar role;

  • Training/Qualifications in Food & Beverage (F&B);

  • Proficiency in F&B IT applications and software;

  • Strong knowledge of Hotel Catering and Customer Service;

  • Solid understanding of HACCP standards;

  • Good knowledge of culinary specialities and wines;

  • Discipline, a strong sense of ethics, responsibility, and autonomy;

  • A customer-focused mindset;

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, active listening, and empathy;

  • Leadership spirit and the ability to work well within a team;

  • Strong planning and organisational skills, adaptability to change, flexibility, dynamism, and proactivity;

  • Emotional stability, physical endurance and stress resistance, excellent time management, swift execution, and a highly results-oriented approach.

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