Job Description

Position Overview

A prestigious luxury resort in Mauritius is seeking a refined and floor-driven Head of Restaurants to oversee 1 to 2 dining outlets and elevate the standard of service across the property. This is a deeply hands-on role for a hospitality leader who comes from a restaurant background and brings deep expertise in classical, refined European service. The ideal candidate is a natural host who thrives on the floor, leads by example, and brings genuine finesse to every guest interaction.

Role Details

Location: Mauritius

Outlets Overseen: 1 to 2 restaurants

Direct Reports: 6 Restaurant Managers

Relocation Status: Single status only

Compensation and Benefits

Base Salary: USD 1,000 to 1,500 per month

Plus Transport Allowance + Housing Allowance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations across 1 to 2 outlets, maintaining the highest standards of luxury service
• Lead, mentor, and elevate a team of 6 Restaurant Managers, bringing structure, finesse, and consistency to service delivery
• Spend the majority of time on the floor, actively engaging with guests and guiding the team in real time
• Uphold and evolve classical European service standards across all dining experiences
• Drive a culture of refinement, precision, and genuine hospitality throughout the team
• Collaborate closely with culinary and hotel leadership to ensure a seamless guest journey

Qualifications and Requirements

• Strong background in classical and refined European service is essential
• Restaurant background preferred over hotel experience
• Luxury hospitality experience required
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team of restaurant managers
• Highly floor-based with minimal time in the office; this role is built for someone who leads from the front
• English proficiency required; French language skills are a strong advantage
• Single status relocation only