🌟 Join Our Global Family at RIU Hotels & Resorts!

With over 100 hotels in 20+ countries and more than 70 years of hospitality excellence, RIU Hotels & Resorts is a global leader known for exceptional service, innovation, and warm hospitality.

Join us as we continue to redefine luxury and excellence. Whether you’re seeking to grow your career, explore new horizons, or work with a dynamic, inclusive team, RIU Hotels & Resorts offers unparalleled opportunities to thrive.

This is your chance to be a key player in the most anticipated resort opening of the year in Phuket — a flagship 5-star resort featuring 504 rooms. RIU Palace Phuket is located in Mai Khao, a tranquil corner of the island renowned for its beautiful, unspoiled beaches - just 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport.

Position: Restaurant Manager (Head of Department)

Department: Restaurant

Location: RIU Palace Phuket, Mai Khao, Thailand

🔎 About the Role

As the Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of restaurant operations, ensuring service excellence, guest satisfaction and adherence to RIU Brand standards. This role requires strong leadership, cultural sensitivity and a hands-on management style suitable for Thailand's hospitality.

You will lead a large service team, and play a key role in the successful pre-opening and long term operation of the resort.

🌟 What You’ll Do

• Manage and oversee daily operations of assigned restaurant outlets in accordance with RIU standards.

• Ensure exceptional guest experience, with strong attention to Thai hospitality values and international service expectations.

• Control operational costs, labour efficiency while meeting RIU standards.

• Handle guest feedback and complaints professionally and timely resolution.

• Lead, train and motivate service teams, fostering teamwork and professional discipline.

• Support pre-opening activities and staff training programmes.

✔️ What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum 5–7 years of experience in F&B operations with at least 3 years in a similar leadership role in a 4 or 5-star property.

• Skills: Strong leadership skills with ability to manage large, multicultural teams. Excellent service mindset and strong understanding of guest expectations.

• Education/Certifications: Degree or a diploma in Hospitality Management or a related field. HACCP Certifications would be an added advantage.

• Other Requirements: Strong command of English (spoken and written) & Thai is a must.  

💎 What You’ll Get

• Attractive Remuneration Package and Bonuses: Competitive salary and incentives.

• Access to Company Healthcare: Eligibility healthcare insurance

• Efficient Staff Transport: Convenient transport facilities for all employees and/or Management staff accommodation.

• Nutritive Meals While on Duty: Well-balanced, nutritious meals provided.

• Special Discounts: Exclusive discounts at RIU Hotels & Resorts worldwide.

🌟 Why RIU Hotels & Resorts?

• Your Growth is Our Priority: We nurture talent through training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.

• A Culture of Belonging: Be part of an inclusive, collaborative, and rewarding work environment.

• Rewarding Your Commitment: Competitive compensation, employee benefits, and recognition for dedication and excellence.

🌍 Our Commitment

At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our success. We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Additionally, through our Proudly Committed strategy, we prioritize sustainability, responsible practices, and positive contributions to the communities where we operate.

By joining RIU, you will become part of a company that not only strives for service excellence but also aims to create a positive impact on the world.