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Restaurant Manager

On-site in Benalmádena·Added 2 days ago (last checked 2 Nov)

Mac Hotels

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Work mode: On-site, Benalmádena
English: Required
Experience: 3+ years
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Education: Higher Vocational Training (FP II) in Restaurant Service Management or an equivalent degree in hospitality.
Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years managing high-intensity dining rooms with high diner volumes in the hotel sector, either as a Restaurant Manager / Maitre or as a consolidated Assistant Manager ready to take the leap.
Certifications: Official High-Risk Food Handler certificate and demonstrable training in allergen control and current HACCP systems.
Languages: Fluent level of English (real conversational B2) to interact naturally, assertively, and politely with international clients. German or other languages are valued.
Key Skills: Composure under pressure, demonstrated ability to motivate and unify large teams, high organizational capacity, and practical sense to resolve unforeseen events in the dining room.
Tools: User-level proficiency in hotel management software (PMS), scheduling/roster programs, and basic office suites.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Stability and Seriousness: Join a consolidated, family-oriented, and growing hotel group, with clear protocols and a culture of respect for the professional.
Development and Career: Continuous internal training plan and real growth opportunities within the chain.
Work Environment: Cohesive teams, up-to-date management tools, and a direct line of support with Hotel Management, F&B Management, and Human Resources.

The role

At Mac Hotels we are looking for our next Restaurant Manager to lead the dining room operations at our hotel located in Benalmádena. If you have experience managing large teams, you know how to manage diner flows without losing your composure, and you take pride in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hospitality warmth, this is your project.

Your Mission at the Hotel.

As Restaurant Manager, you will be the operational and human engine of the dining room. Your objective will be to guarantee maximum fluidity in every daily service, coordinate an agile and efficient table turnover, control costs and waste at the point of sale, and lead a team of 15 to 35 professionals through exemplary leadership, ensuring an impeccable gastronomic experience for our guests.

What you'll do

Operational Dining Room Management: Coordinate the customer entry flow, seating assignments, and table turnover pace during different services, avoiding queues and ensuring that every diner is attended to with speed and warmth.
Leadership and Team Management: Supervise waiters/waitresses and assistants; design balanced shift rosters that guarantee optimal coverage during peak times, always ensuring statutory breaks and a good working environment.
Dining Room-Kitchen Synchronization: Maintain fluid and constant communication with the kitchen team for the timely replenishment of products, minimizing waiting times and controlling food waste and shrinkage.
Quality and Food Safety Management (HACCP): Rigorously supervise hygiene and sanitary regulations, allergen traceability, storage temperatures, and occupational risk prevention (ORP).
Crockery and Cost Control: Perform periodic inventories of tableware, glassware, and linens, implementing good handling practices to drastically reduce the breakage rate and optimize material resources.
Customer Experience (CX): Active presence during service to interact with guests, detect any special needs in a timely manner, and resolve complaints or incidents on the spot.
Team Training: Continuously train (on the job) new hires and core staff in service standards and hygiene protocols.

About Mac Hotels

Mac Hotels is a Spanish hotel management company operating a portfolio of hotels and resorts across the Balearic Islands, primarily in Mallorca. The group manages a diverse collection of properties under the Mac Hotels and Pure Salt brands, ranging from 3-star resorts like Club Mac Alcudia to 5-star luxury hotels such as Pure Salt Garonda and Pure Salt Port Adriano. With a strong focus on hospitality and guest experience, the company employs a significant number of staff across its properties, including roles in food and beverage, housekeeping, maintenance, and front office operations.

Mac Hotels has a significant presence in Mallorca, with its corporate offices in Palma and a cluster of hotels in popular destinations such as Alcudia, Port de Sóller, and Playa de Palma. The company is a major employer in the region and regularly recruits for seasonal and permanent positions, offering roles that are well-suited for international professionals looking to work in the Spanish hospitality sector. Their work culture is centered on delivering high-quality service in a Mediterranean resort setting, and they often provide accommodation as part of their job offers, making them an attractive option for those relocating to the Balearic Islands.

Industry: Hospitality
Founded: 1970
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Palma, Spain
In Spain: Palma, Alcudia, Port de Sóller and 1 more

Good to know if you are moving

Mac Hotels frequently offers accommodation as part of their job packages, which is a significant benefit for international hires relocating to Mallorca.
The company's main hiring needs are for seasonal and permanent hospitality roles, making it accessible for those with experience in hotels and restaurants.
Working for Mac Hotels means being part of a multicultural team in a Mediterranean island setting, with a strong focus on guest service.
The corporate offices are in Palma, but most roles are based in the hotels themselves across Mallorca, offering a unique work environment.
Spanish language skills are often required or highly valued for many of their positions, especially those in direct contact with guests.

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