Specialty Restaurant Manager Gourmet

Specialty Restaurant Manager – Gourmet

About the Role
We’re currently seeking a talented Specialty Restaurant Manager – Gourmet to oversee the operations of a premium dining venue on board a leading international cruise line. In this leadership role, you’ll ensure exceptional service standards, deliver unforgettable culinary experiences, and drive strong revenue performance. From opening to closing, you’ll be the go-to expert responsible for creating refined and memorable moments for guests each day.

Your Life On Board
As a Specialty Restaurant Manager, you’ll lead every aspect of a top-tier onboard dining outlet, ensuring flawless operations, personalised hospitality, and consistent guest satisfaction—all while maintaining a strong focus on profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Create Exceptional Guest Experiences
• Interact with guests daily, ensuring a personalised and seamless dining experience.
• Support special celebrations and themed events, ensuring every detail—from setup to service—is executed flawlessly.
• Assist guests with dietary requirements, coordinating closely with the Chef to ensure needs are met with care and precision.
• Lead & Inspire Your Team
• Train, mentor, and motivate your team, providing ongoing feedback and cultivating a culture of excellence.
• Monitor revenue performance and implement effective strategies to boost sales, particularly during periods of lower attendance.
• Conduct regular audits and spot checks to maintain operational efficiency and inventory accuracy.
• Operational Excellence
• Manage the reservation system and maintain accurate records of extra requisitions.
• Oversee the full restaurant setup, ensuring ambience, lighting, music, and furniture consistently meet brand standards.
• Drive high service quality by ensuring smooth coordination between dining room operations and the galley.
• Safety First
• Supervise sanitation and cleaning procedures, ensuring compliance with HACCP/USPH standards and proper food waste management.
• Enforce safety protocols and encourage a strong safety culture within your team, fostering responsibility and awareness at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• Upper secondary school diploma (hotel school diploma or equivalent preferred); higher education is a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role on cruise ships or in high-volume (500+ seats) 4/5-star hotels, fine dining, or gourmet restaurants.
• Strong leadership, business acumen, and guest-focused mindset.
• Professional appearance, high energy, and impeccable hygiene standards.
• Excellent knowledge of Public Health Policies, combined with strong work ethic, motivational skills, and coaching ability.
• Proficiency in English and Italian at B2 level or higher, plus fluency in either German or French at B1 level or above.

Why Apply?

Join an international hospitality environment where your culinary passion, leadership skills, and creative drive can truly shine. Enjoy onboard living with:

Accommodation, meals, and travel arrangements provided.

Access to excellent crew facilities such as the gym, crew beach, and crew bar.

Exclusive onboard discounts and perks.

Opportunities for family and friends to visit you on board.

Apply now and discover an ocean of possibilities.

ARM Maritime; The Sea to Shore Recruitment Specialists.