Restaurant Manager - Casa Brera

Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan is currently recruiting a Restaurant Manager.

Reporting to the F&B Outlets Manager, the Restaurant Manager will oversee the seamless delivery of service at our outlet, Etereo, ensuring refined presentation, attentive hospitality, and an atmosphere of sophistication. In this role, you will lead and motivate the team, uphold brand standards, and cultivate personalized experiences that embody The Luxury Collection’s culture of authentic, warm hospitality.

This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a hospitality leader who brings genuine warmth, meticulous attention to detail, and a passion for creating elevated dining experiences that shape an outstanding guest journey.

Located near the iconic Teatro alla Scala, Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan is an authentic expression of the city’s evocative spirit, intertwined with the rhythm of the Brera neighborhood. The hotel is a gateway to the rich tapestry of Milanese history, art and culture. An interpretation of the city’s timeless elegance, brought to life by celebrated designer, Patricia Urquiola, there are 101 guestrooms and 15 suites, including the refined Milanese Suite. 

Favored by locals and guests, Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan, is a must-visit location for worldly epicureans. Presenting a symphony of flavors, regional cuisine is redefined. A rare sky bar and restaurant, Etereo is where a rooftop pool and panoramic views meet exceptional gastronomy. In addition, guests can savor delicious breakfast options and enjoy classic Milanese aperitivo

Here, you will find an authentic and modern team that aims at crafting unique experiences that connect our guests with Milanese heritage in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.

• →oversee restaurant operations.
• →lead the restaurant team
• →Apply Brand Standards and company guidelines.
• →Ensure guest satisfaction

We look for people who love to create memorable experiences around food&beverage and to leave a mark on their team. 

• →This is a full-time position, 5 days a week with 2 days off. 
• →The starting date is as soon as possible.

• →Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and associates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• →Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• →Assists servers and hosts on the floor during meal periods and high demand times.
• →Recognizes good quality products and presentations.
• →Supervises daily shift operations in F&B in the absence of F&B Outlets Manager.
• →Oversees the financial aspects of the department including purchasing and payment of invoices using the company internal system.

• Supervises and manages employees and all day-to-day operations of the hotel outlet.
• Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
• Maintains HACCP standards compliance  
• Reviews staffing and schedules with the outlet supervisors to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
• Support the management in planning, organizing, and promoting events on-property.
• Be responsible for stock control, inventory, orders and stockrooms operations in conjunction with the Purchasing department.

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors in line with Marriott and brand values.
• Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills in line With Marriott.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Ensure and maintain the productivity level of employees.
• Provides the leadership, vision and direction to bring together and prioritize the departmental goals in a way that will be efficient and effective.
• Ensures compliance with all food & beverage policies, standards and procedures by training, supervising, follow-up and hands-on management.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
• Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.
• Monitors alcohol beverage service in compliance with local laws.

• Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
• Manages day-to-day operations, ensures the quality, standards, and meets the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
• Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
• Acts as the guest service role model for the restaurants, sets out a good example of excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
• Handles guest problems and complaints and record them into the property internal system.
• Meets with guests on an informal basis during meals or upon departure to obtain feedback on quality of food and beverage, service levels and overall satisfaction.
• Ensures corrective action is taken to continuously improve service results.
• Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of departmental meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Manages service delivery in outlet to ensure excellent service from point of entry to departure (e.g., greeting from hostess, speed of order taking and food and beverage delivery, fulfillment of special requests, collection of payment & invitation to return).

• Provides guidance and direction to associates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Identifies the educational needs of others, develops formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaches or instructs others.
• Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably. Strives to improve employee retention.
• Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.
• Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy, and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
• Strives to improve service performance.
• Ensure recognition is taking place across areas of responsibility.

We believe our Associates are the foundation of our organization that allows us to breathe life into our strategy and continue our industry leadership in the F&B space. 

As part of this foundation, you will lead a concept and create unique guest experiences that draw hotel guests and patrons from the surrounding community. You’ll work closely with a team of inspiring professionals and mentor F&B enthusiastic and passionate team members, setting the standard for the highest luxury service, creatively positioning the outlet in the local market, and driving topline and customer growth. 

• Experience managing daily F&B operations in upscale or luxury hospitality.
• Proven ability to motivate, coach, and engage teams to deliver high performance and service excellence.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and supporting departmental goals.
• Fluent English and Italian.
• Can-do attitude and willing to go the extra-mile.
• Solid experience in managing and training teams.
• Knowledge of HACCP policies and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and promote small to medium size events.
• A warm, people-oriented demeanor and a team-player attitude.

As a world-class leader in the travel industry, there’s no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, you’ll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. You’ll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. And you’ll grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family.

Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know you’re important to us and that you’ll make an impact in your role, and for that, you’ll be appreciated and valued.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

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