Restaurant Manager – Pool & Beach Bar
Lead multi-venue dining at The Pyrmont Curaçao Beach Resort, delivering authentic luxury service for guests and the local community in this brand new luxury resort of the Marriott group.
About Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort
Set on six oceanfront acres along the sunny shores of Piscadera Bay, Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort blends authentic Dutch-Caribbean vibrancy with Wonderful Hospitality. Every detail of our guest experience, from the first impression of our open-air Great Room to the local flavors on our menus and genuine Curaçaoan recreation schedule, is designed to turn moments into memories.
As part of the Marriott family, we help our associates begin a rewarding journey, belong to a diverse and inclusive team, and become the best version of themselves. With a culture rooted in care, warmth, and shared purpose, Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort is more than a place to work: it’s a place to grow, connect, and make an impact.
Job Profile
Position: Restaurant Manager – Pool & Beach Bar
Level: Management
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports to: Assistant Director of Food & Beverage / Director of Food & Beverage
Position Summary
The Restaurant Manager – Pool & Beach Bar is responsible for the overall operation, performance, and guest experience of the Pool & Beach Bar at Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort. The position ensures that all food and beverage services are delivered efficiently, professionally, and consistently in accordance with Marriott International standards and the resort's service expectations.
The Restaurant Manager provides strong leadership and direction to the Pool & Beach Bar team, ensuring operational excellence, exceptional guest service, revenue optimization, cost control, and adherence to all health, safety, and sanitation standards.
Qualifications
• Minimum 2–3 years of supervisory or management experience in Food & Beverage, preferably within a luxury hotel or resort environment.
• Previous Marriott International experience with a strong understanding of Marriott service standards and brand culture is preferred.
• Proven experience leading, training, coaching, and developing F&B associates.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant, bar, and pool & beach operations, including service standards, guest relations, and operational procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to drive revenue, upselling, productivity, and cost control.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage guest concerns professionally and deliver effective service recovery.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, health & safety, and hotel compliance standards.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, or Papiamentu is an advantage.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and varying operational hours.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee the daily operations of the Pool & Beach Bar, ensuring efficient service and adherence to Marriott standards.
• Lead, coach, train, and develop the F&B team, ensuring associates are properly trained on Marriott standards, service procedures, product knowledge, and operational requirements.
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience by maintaining a visible presence, anticipating guest needs, handling concerns, and ensuring effective service recovery.
• Monitor and drive outlet revenue and profitability, including upselling, sales performance, labor costs, and overall cost control.
• Ensure consistent standards for food and beverage quality, service, cleanliness, presentation, and outlet readiness.
• Manage inventory, ordering, stock levels, wastage, and proper handling of food and beverages to support effective cost control.
• Ensure compliance with Marriott International standards, health and safety regulations, food safety, sanitation, and hotel policies.
• Coordinate closely with other departments, including Kitchen, Stewarding, Housekeeping, Recreation, Engineering, Front Office, and Security, to ensure smooth Pool & Beach operations.
• Monitor guest and associate feedback and implement improvements to enhance service quality, operational efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
• Support departmental budgeting, forecasting, reporting, promotions, and operational initiatives as required.
• Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to improve associate performance, service quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Ensure new associates and interns receive appropriate on-the-job training, guidance, and support.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management, in support of the department's operational needs.
Job Offer
•Salary range between USD 3000 and USD 4000 gross per month.
• Flight to Curacao
• Choice between assistance with shipment of household up to a certain amount or a one-time allowance in Curacao up to a certain amount for furnishing of apartment.
• Participation in quarterly management bonus program. The bonus potential is 1/2 monthly salary per quarter.
• All permit expenses paid
• 1 warm meal per workday in our associate cafeteria.
• Participation in manager’s bonus program with maximum of 2x additional monthly salary divided over 4 quarters.
• Access to learning and development through Marriott Curaçao Academy.
• A vacation allowance of 5% of the gross salary, pro-rated based on your start date and payable in June of every year.
• Company Phone
• BVZ health insurance plan.
• On-the-job coverage AD&D insurance.
• A vision and dental plan will be available after 1 year of service.
• A pension plan will be available upon entering into an indefinite work agreement.
• An end-of-year bonus equivalent to one month, as part of the total rewards package.
• Health insurance paid
Why Join Us?
At Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort, a career is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to deliver wonderful hospitality to our guests. Team members are empowered to grow professionally, collaborate across departments, and make a real impact on guest experiences. With a focus on excellence, teamwork, and personal development, the resort offers a supportive environment where talent is recognized and success is celebrated. Join us and be part of a team that brings memorable moments to life every day.
- Job category
- Hospitality
- Role
- Restaurant Manager
- Locations
- Curaçao
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