F&B Outlet Manager - AETHOS Ericeira

Join the Aethos Community – Hospitality with Purpose!

At Aethos, we believe in extraordinary places, passionate people, and meaningful connections. Hospitality should inspire and elevate — leaving a lasting impact on mind, body, and soul. That is why we carefully choose our locations and build teams looking for more than just a job — teams that thrive in a true community.

Aethos focuses on sustainability, well-being, and the luxury of time and space. We create retreats from the everyday, offering a sanctuary from the stress of modern life. Our goal? To redefine hospitality — building a place where both guests and team members feel at home, inspired, and connected.

**About Aethos Ericeira**
Situated above Calada Beach, just 10 minutes from Ericeira, Aethos Ericeira opened in September 2022 as the ultimate oceanfront retreat. Featuring 50 rooms, a restaurant and bar, a heated saltwater pool with a poolside bar, a gym, and a spa, it is a haven for travellers seeking adventure and relaxation.

Join us!
We are looking for a passionate F&B Outlet Manager to lead the team at our restaurant, Onda. Here, you will not just be managing operations; you will be the guardian of our philosophy, responsible for creating conscious, memorable dining experiences, developing a team dedicated to excellence, and shaping concepts aligned with the brand identity «The Rules are Different Here».

Key Mission & Responsibilities

• **Leadership & Guest Experience:**Oversee the customer journey at Onda, ensuring exceptional, genuine hospitality aligned with sustainability and Aethos standards.
• **Operational Excellence:** Manage bookings, coordinate restaurant setup, and guarantee seamless service, promoting clear and fluid communication between the kitchen and front of house.
• **Team Management:** Lead, motivate, and train the restaurant team, fostering a cohesive, productive work environment focused on service excellence.
• **Service Recovery & Profiles:** Handle service recovery effectively in the event of guest complaints (or guide the team to do so) and support the continuous updating of guest history profiles.
• **Strategic Alignment:** Work closely with the F&B Director to define objectives and procedures, maintaining strict compliance with the brand's operational standards and budget.

Candidate Profile

• **Experience:** Proven experience in Restaurant Management or F&B Team Leadership, preferably within luxury hospitality or fine dining.
• **Languages:** Strong language skills — Portuguese and English are essential; additional languages will be an advantage.
• **Technical & Management Skills:** Solid understanding of operational and budget management, POS software, booking systems, and strict food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP).
• **Personal Skills:** Strong empathetic leadership, assertive communication, excellent conflict resolution, and high attention to detail.
• **Attitude & Work Style:** Strategic vision, resilience, proactivity, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining a focus on well-being and sustainability.
• **Flexibility:** Availability to work shifts.

What We Offer

• **Stability:** Full-time employment contract.
• **Remuneration:** Attractive salary package commensurate with the role and experience.
• **Environment:** Integration into a young, dynamic team within a growing international brand.
• **Development:** Opportunities for career progression and continuous training within the Aethos Group.

Ready to join the team? We would love to hear from you.

Send your CV to **[email hidden]** and dive into your next adventure!