Restaurant Manager for European River ships with USA clientele for 2025 season

Restaurant Manager with USA clientele

About the company
Grand Circle Corporation is the largest U.S. provider of international vacations for Americans aged 50 and older. What sets GCC as an industry leader in travel and discovery are small group sizes, unsurpassed value and excellence and unique itineraries covered under three brands: Grand Circle Cruise Line, Overseas Adventure Travel and Grand Circle Travel.

About the job
Responsible for delivering an exceptional beverage and dining service for our travelers in accordance with Grand Circle Cruise Line (GCCL) standards, while contributing to a positive work environment.

Responsibilities:

• leading, coordinating, supporting, motivating, training, and evaluating restaurant and bar staff
• monitoring and ensuring beverage and dining service is up to the highest standards
• Ensuring hygiene and maintenance of all service area is being upheld
• Responsible for ordering, margins, POS transactions, cost and stock control
• Handling and resolving travelers concerns
• any other duties advised by Hotel Manager

Skills/Qualifications:
• hotel school diploma or basic education equivalent is preferred
• minimum 2 years of experience in the field of desired position, preferably on passenger ship or in a 4 or 5 star restaurant and/or hotel
• cruise ship experience is a plus
• proven leadership abilities and excellent communication skills
• highly guest orientation
• good knowledge and understanding of bar and restaurant menus
• team-leading skills
• strong organizational and computer skills
• fluency in English
• eligibility to work in EU

What we offer:
• competitive pay package with a bonus scheme tailored to the position
• tips
• paid vacation
• travel allowance
• free accommodation
• free food and beverage
• free wi-fi
• free shore excursions
• special discounts on onboard shop
• access to gym and wellness area
• 50 % discount on onboard massages
• medical insurance coverage by private insurance company
Place of work: European union