Restaurant Manager — Giardino Group

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Do you love turning impeccable service into an unforgettable experience? Then we are looking for you.

• Start: From early December 2026

The ECCO restaurant stands for pure culinary artistry. Fine Dining at the highest level, renowned in the world of gourmet cuisine. Awarded 2 Michelin stars, 18 GaultMillau points and named «Rising Star of the Year 2026», Reto Brändli and his team delight guests with an exceptional culinary experience. Here, flavours merge into poetry, dishes become artistic creations, and every visit turns into an unforgettable experience.

For our Fine Dining restaurant Ecco at Hotel Giardino Mountain in Champfèr-St. Moritz during the winter season and at Hotel Giardino Ascona in Ticino, during the summer season, we are looking for a Restaurant Manager from the beginning of December 2026.

About the job

Do you love turning impeccable service into an unforgettable experience? Do you have an eye for detail, lead people with passion and feel at home in the world of Fine Dining? Then we are looking for you. As Restaurant Manager at Ecco, you will play a central role and, together with your team, be responsible for creating an exceptional Fine Dining experience for our guests. You will lead, motivate and develop the service team, ensuring that professionalism, attentiveness and genuine hospitality define every service. You will be responsible for the smooth operation of the restaurant, coordinate daily service procedures and, together with the kitchen team, ensure the highest standards of quality and service. You are not only an organizer, but above all a host and a leader who is present, takes responsibility and keeps a clear overview even in demanding situations. Your passion for and knowledge of wine will also enable you to advise our guests with expertise and a personal touch, recommending suitable wine and food pairings. We are looking for a personality who not only demands quality, but leads by example, enjoys taking responsibility for a team and wants to create something truly special together with their colleagues.

About you

• Professional training in gastronomy, hospitality or hotel management
• Experience in a comparable position with leadership responsibilities
• Strong hospitality and guest service skills
• Independence, reliability and a strong sense of responsibility
• Resilience, flexibility and enthusiasm
• You are a team player even in hectic situations and never lose sight of the bigger picture
• Well-groomed appearance and excellent manners
• A respectful attitude towards colleagues and supervisors
• Very good command of German, Italian and English

Talent culture

• An innovative and well-organised workplace
• The opportunity to actively contribute to the opening, day-to-day operations and further development of the company
• Open and transparent communication
• Regular training and professional development opportunities, as well as numerous employee benefits
• The opportunity to become part of a modern and distinctive Swiss hotel group