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».

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.

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.

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 protected] and dive into your next adventure!