Hospitality Ops Leader - Pre-Opening Expert

COREcruitment Ltd; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment Ltd. is seeking an Operations Manager for Amsterdam to oversee restaurant and F&B operations, drive guest satisfaction, and optimise commercial performance.

The role demands leadership across multiple venues, with a focus on efficiency and high service standards. Ideal candidates will have pre-opening experience, a strong background in upscale F&B, and a proven track record in managing budgets, teams, and SOPs in fast-paced settings.

Qualifications

• The role requires pre-opening experience in hotels, resorts, or restaurant venues.
• Strong background in F&B operations and restaurant management.
• 5+ years in hospitality operations with 2–3 years in a senior supervisory/management role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of restaurant and F&B operations, ensuring service standards and guest experience.
• Lead, train, and motivate operational teams, fostering excellence and continuous improvement.
• Manage budgets, P&L, cost control, and revenue performance for F&B outlets.
• Develop and implement SOPs; ensure health, safety and hygiene compliance.
• Collaborate with senior management on strategic planning, menu development, and initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs and guest feedback; implement actions to maximise satisfaction and profitability.
• Coordinate with front office, housekeeping, kitchen, and procurement for seamless operations.

Skills

Pre-opening experience

F&B operations

Restaurant management

Leadership

Budgeting

P&L management

English fluency

Dutch a plus

Job description

COREcruitment Ltd. is seeking an Operations Manager for Amsterdam to oversee restaurant and F&B operations, drive guest satisfaction, and optimise commercial performance.

The role demands leadership across multiple venues, with a focus on efficiency and high service standards. Ideal candidates will have pre-opening experience, a strong background in upscale F&B, and a proven track record in managing budgets, teams, and SOPs in fast-paced settings.