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Hostel Director

On-site in Santiago de Compostela·Added today

Grupo Carrís

5 open roles

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

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

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Santiago de Compostela

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in management, assistant management, or operational head positions in hotels, hostels, resorts, residences, campsites, or other large-capacity establishments.
  • Demonstrable experience in the joint management of accommodation and food and beverage.
  • Solid knowledge of reception, cleaning, catering, kitchen, maintenance, and commercial management.
  • Experience leading large teams.
  • Proficiency in hotel management systems. Knowledge of SIHOT will be especially valued.
  • Ability to control budgets, costs, purchasing, and operating results.
  • Availability and schedule flexibility in accordance with the needs of the establishment.
  • Languages: English is essential. A second language will be valued.

Nice to have

  • Training in Hotel Management, Tourism, Hospitality, Catering, or similar will be valued.

We are looking for a person with people skills, approachable leadership, and a clear vocation for service. They must know how to listen, communicate, train, and unify teams, while maintaining a high level of operational demand. We will especially value:

  • Organizational and planning skills.
  • Customer and results orientation.
  • Ability to make decisions and resolve incidents.
  • Initiative, autonomy, and a global vision of the business.
  • Negotiation and conflict management skills.
  • Flexibility and adaptation to high-activity environments.
  • Professional presence and excellent interpersonal skills.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Joining a stable and large-scale project.
  • Position with direct responsibility over the comprehensive management of the establishment.
  • Autonomy to organize teams and drive improvements.
  • Competitive economic conditions in accordance with the experience provided.
  • Professional development opportunities.

The role

A manager to lead the comprehensive management of a large-capacity establishment, with a significant food and beverage service. The selected person will be responsible for ensuring an efficient, profitable operation oriented towards offering an excellent customer experience.

What you'll do

  • Direct and coordinate the areas of reception, reservations, sales, cleaning, kitchen, catering, maintenance, and general services.
  • Supervise daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
  • Lead, motivate, and train large, multidisciplinary teams.
  • Organize shifts, resources, and procedures to ensure service quality and continuity.
  • Supervise occupancy, reservations, and the establishment's operations through SIHOT.
  • Drive commercial activity and collaborate in attracting groups, collectives, and other customer segments.
  • Monitor budgets, costs, purchasing, productivity, and management indicators.
  • Guarantee compliance with quality, hygiene, food safety, risk prevention, and maintenance standards.
  • Resolve incidents with agility and maintain a close relationship with guests, customers, suppliers, and collaborators.
  • Propose improvements that optimize processes, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

About Grupo Carrís

Grupo Carrís is a Spanish hospitality group based in Santiago de Compostela, operating a portfolio of hotels and hostels across Galicia, Spain. The group manages properties ranging from urban hotels to rural accommodations, including the Albergue Monte do Gozo and Hotel Cardenal Quevedo, offering services in the tourism and hospitality sector.

With a strong local presence in Galicia, Grupo Carrís provides opportunities for hospitality professionals, including roles in reception, food and beverage service, and hotel operations. For international candidates, the group offers a chance to work in culturally rich destinations like Santiago de Compostela and Ourense, though Spanish language skills are typically essential for guest-facing positions.

Industry
Hotels
Headquarters
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
In Spain
Santiago de Compostela

Good to know if you are moving

  • Based in Santiago de Compostela, a popular tourist destination and pilgrimage site, offering a unique cultural environment.
  • Operates properties in Galicia, including the Albergue Monte do Gozo and Hotel Cardenal Quevedo, providing opportunities in hospitality.
  • Guest-facing roles likely require Spanish language proficiency, which is important for international applicants.
  • As a regional group, it may offer a more intimate work environment compared to large international hotel chains.
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