Restaurant Manager - Sheraton Grand, Salzburg

JOB SUMMARY

Restaurant Manager German speaking Sheraton Grand Salzburg | Sheraton Grand Lead a Landmark Dining Destination in the Heart of Salzburg
Nestled within one of Europe’s most enchanting cultural capitals, Sheraton Grand Salzburg combines contemporary elegance with authentic Austrian hospitality. Overlooking the world-famous Mirabell Gardens and surrounded by Salzburg’s rich musical heritage, the hotel is a destination renowned for delivering exceptional guest experiences, sophisticated dining and world-class service.

As part of the prestigious Sheraton Grand portfolio, the hotel brings people together through memorable hospitality, vibrant social spaces and a commitment to excellence. We are seeking an accomplished Restaurant Manager to lead our restaurant operation, elevate the guest journey and drive commercial success within one of Salzburg’s leading hospitality destinations.

About the Role
This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate hospitality leader to play a significant role in shaping the restaurant’s performance, reputation and guest experience. Reporting into the Food & Beverage leadership team, you will oversee the daily operation of the restaurant, ensuring every service reflects the exceptional standards associated with both Sheraton Grand and Marriott International.

Beyond operational leadership, you will take an entrepreneurial approach to the business, identifying commercial opportunities, understanding local market dynamics and working closely with culinary and hotel leadership to position the restaurant as a destination for both hotel guests and the local community. You will inspire a high-performing team culture while delivering outstanding financial and guest satisfaction results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day restaurant operation, ensuring exceptional service delivery and operational excellence at every guest touchpoint]

• Drive revenue growth and profitability through effective cost control, inventory management, purchasing practices and revenue optimisation strategies

• Partner with culinary leadership and hotel stakeholders to strengthen the restaurant’s market presence and commercial positioning

• Oversee restaurant marketing initiatives, local networking activities, guest events and social media engagement to enhance visibility and drive demand

• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, brand compliance and beverage control in line with Marriott requirements and local regulations

• Lead, develop and inspire a talented team through coaching, training, performance management and succession planning

• Create memorable guest experiences by actively engaging with guests, addressing feedback and continuously improving service delivery

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and recognition that supports both colleague engagement and long-term retention

The Ideal Candidate
You are an inspiring and commercially minded hospitality professional who leads with authenticity, confidence and a genuine passion for service excellence.

You will bring:

• MUST speak German

• Previous restaurant leadership experience within a premium, lifestyle or luxury hospitality environment

• Experience in food and beverage operations, with the ability to balance guest satisfaction, operational standards and financial performance

• Strong commercial acumen and an entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to identify emerging opportunities and respond to market trends

• A hands-on leadership style and the ability to motivate, coach and develop high-performing teams

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with guests, colleagues and external partners

• A commitment to creating a workplace culture built on trust, collaboration, respect and continuous improvement

• Ideally, either a degree in Hospitality, Business Administration, Hotel & Restaurant Management or related field, or equivalent professional experience within the industry

Why Join Marriott International?
At Marriott International, we empower our associates to grow, excel and reach their full potential. Joining us means becoming part of a global hospitality leader with over 30 renowned brands and a culture that places people at the heart of everything we do.

You will benefit from:

• Exceptional career development opportunities across Marriott’s global portfolio

• Industry-leading learning, mentoring and leadership programmes

• The opportunity to work with some of the most talented professionals in hospitality

• A diverse, inclusive and people-focused culture

• The strength and reputation of one of the world’s most admired hospitality companies

Your Next Leadership Opportunity Awaits
This is more than a management role—it is an opportunity to shape the future of a flagship dining experience within Sheraton Grand Salzburg. If you are passionate about outstanding hospitality, developing exceptional teams and delivering memorable guest experiences while driving commercial success, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity and build your career with Marriott International.

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.