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2nd Maître

Barcelona, Spain·Full-time·Added 22 days ago

abba Hotels

4 open roles

What they offer

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

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The role

At ABBA Hoteles, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional experiences to our guests. To continue providing first-class service, we are looking for a SECOND MAÎTRE D'HÔTEL to join our team at the ABBA Garden Hotel. If you have a passion for hospitality and customer service, this is a perfect opportunity for you.

What you'll do

  • Management, planning, and control of the dining room area: supervision of the restaurant, lounges, bar-cafeteria, and other related spaces.
  • Creating schedules and planning vacations for the staff under your charge, ensuring an optimal distribution of shifts.
  • Hiring new, extra, or temporary agency staff, in coordination with the Human Resources department.
  • Managing key metrics together with administration/management to ensure efficient handling of the staff under your charge.
  • Conducting inventories and coordinating with the purchasing department for effective order management.
  • Controlling production and expenses in your department, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Customer service: handling complaints and suggestions to improve the guest experience.
  • Collecting, reconciling, and settling daily revenue, ensuring accuracy and transparency in all financial operations.
  • Active participation in training the staff under your charge, ensuring that all ABBA Hoteles procedures are correctly followed.
  • Supervising the setup and decoration of the hotel's different spaces, ensuring that all details align with the chain's quality standards.
  • Managing and maintaining the equipment necessary for the development of activities in all dining areas.
  • Managing reservations and coordinating with the Information Coordination Center (ICC) for the organization of groups, events, and other special services.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Previous experience in similar positions within the hotel and/or restaurant sector.
  • Fluent English. Other languages valued.
  • Leadership skills, organization, and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Customer orientation and ability to manage high-pressure situations.
  • Knowledge of hotel management tools and cost control.
  • Flexible schedule and availability to work weekends and holidays.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Immediate start.
  • Rotating shift (plus evening hours).
  • Permanent discontinuous contract.
  • Full-time position, 40 hours per week.
  • A dynamic and professional work environment in a renowned hotel chain.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Compensation based on experience and contributions.

About abba Hotels

abba Hotels is a Spanish hotel chain operating a portfolio of urban and resort hotels across Spain, primarily in the 4-star segment. The company focuses on business and leisure hospitality, offering accommodation, dining, and event services. With its headquarters in Bilbao, abba Hotels manages properties in major Spanish cities and tourist destinations, positioning itself as a mid-market hospitality player in the Spanish market.

For international professionals, abba Hotels offers opportunities in hotel operations, particularly in food and beverage roles such as waiters, cooks, and maîtres. The company's work culture is rooted in Spanish hospitality standards, and while it is a recognized name in the domestic hotel sector, it is less known internationally. Roles are typically based in Spain, and the company values customer service and teamwork, making it a suitable option for those seeking to integrate into the Spanish hospitality industry.

Industry
Hospitality
Founded
1997
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Bilbao, Spain
In Spain
Bilbao, Madrid, Barcelona and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • abba Hotels is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain, and operates hotels primarily in Spain, offering roles in hospitality such as restaurant service and kitchen positions.
  • The company is a Spanish-founded chain, so international hires will be working within a Spanish corporate culture and hospitality environment.
  • Open roles are largely in food and beverage, including waiter, cook, and maître positions, which may require Spanish language skills for guest interaction.
  • As a mid-sized hotel chain, abba Hotels may offer more localized career growth compared to global hotel groups, with opportunities to work in various Spanish cities.
  • The company's focus on 4-star urban hotels suggests a professional but customer-centric work atmosphere, typical of the Spanish hospitality sector.
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