Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, part of the LVMH Group, is an emblem of Portofino's allure. Our elevated escape is perched in the protected Portofino hills, overlooking the glittering Gulf of Tigullio and charming Portofino. We are proud of our legendary past and continue to visualise our heritage of the future.
From La Terrazza - one of the most spectacular restaurants in Italy - to our new Pool Grill Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, culinary excellence is in our DNA.
We are looking for a Maitre for the next season (spring/summer 2025) to join the team at our restaurants.
The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and comfortable with challenges. He/She should have exceptional taste and exemplary customer service skills.
The Maître runs the dining room operations. As well as managing the work of the front of the house brigade, he/she is also responsible for customer relations and for ensuring that customers receive impeccable service at all times.
He/She reports to the Restaurant Manager.
Main duties & responsibilities: Anticipate guests' needs and handle guest complaints, providing an excellent and personalized guest experience in line with our service standardsCooperate with the Restaurant Manager for staff development; manage staff in everyday operations according to our standards and proceduresMaintain a professional relationship with guests and colleaguesRequirements: Effective communication, emotional intelligence and adaptabilityCollaboration: be a role model for teamwork, and proactively go out of your way to help othersDrive results: set clear goals and expectations and maximize resource allocation to achieve themGlobal perspective: treat one another with respect and inclusiveness regardless of position, level or backgroundBe capable of advising on best selling prices and review regularly according to the Restaurant Manager's instructionsOther requirements: Minimum 3 years' experience in the same role in the luxury hotel industryFluent in English and Italian; a third language is desirableExperience preferably at an international level in a fine dining restaurant requiredExceptional customer service skillsProfessional knowledge of Italian cuisine and Italian & International winesHACCP certificationBenefits: We offer seasonal Labour contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo - Level 3, MaitreStart date: April 2025 to End date: November 2025, with the aim of a continuous collaboration over subsequent seasons at Splendido and a career path.Monthly gross salary around € 2.350 based on seniority and skill level, separate payslip for 13°,14° and TFRMonthly welfare incentive based on quality goals + welcome bonusAccommodation in our staff house including breakfastBus ticket as benefit for the contract period; staff cantineDiscovering Belmond programme, which offers team members complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for our trains, cruises and safaris, and discounted food and beveragesAbout Belmond: Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with 46 remarkable properties. The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon its heritage, craftsmanship and genuine, authentic service. We treasure history while looking to the future. We embrace community spirit and believe in responsible, sustainable tourism.Belmond is part of the world's leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.Belmond is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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