Restaurant Manager: Lead a Happy Team & Delightful Guests

IJver Amsterdam; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on all treats

5 weeks vacation

Training and educational opportunities

Autonomy in your contributions

Corporate team events

Pension

Job summary

IJver Amsterdam is seeking a Restaurant Manager to ensure smooth operations on the floor, lead the front-of-house team, and set the example as a coach and connector for staff and guests.

You will manage reservations, maintain guest satisfaction, and mentor colleagues with a focus on craft beers, coffee and wines. The role requires Dutch language, 3+ years in hospitality including 1 year in management, and residency in/near Amsterdam.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and experience in managing front-of-house staff.
• Stress-resistant, structured, and able to switch gears under pressure.
• Knowledge of craft beers, coffee and wines.
• Experience with group reservations.
• Outgoing, guest-focused and empathetic.
• Dutch language required; reside in Amsterdam area.
• Minimum 3 years in hospitality, with 1 year in management.

Responsibilities

• Manage floor operations and serve as point of contact for the team.
• Motivate and coach staff to ensure guest-first service.
• Handle unexpected pressure calmly and energize the team.
• Act as a role model and connector for guests and colleagues.

Skills

FOH management

Staff motivation

Communication

Stress resistance

Dutch language

Beverage knowledge

Education

Certificate of social hygiene

Job description

IJver Amsterdam is seeking a Restaurant Manager to ensure smooth operations on the floor, lead the front-of-house team, and set the example as a coach and connector for staff and guests.

You will manage reservations, maintain guest satisfaction, and mentor colleagues with a focus on craft beers, coffee and wines. The role requires Dutch language, 3+ years in hospitality including 1 year in management, and residency in/near Amsterdam.