Restaurant Manager

Conservatorium Hotel is looking for a Restaurant Manager to lead our Taiko team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.
Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Join us during this exciting period at the Conservatorium Hotel transitions to Mandarin Oriental by early 2026.

As Restaurant Manager in Taiko, you will be responsible for the following duties:
• Ensuring service standards and exceptional quality is always delivered to our guests.
• Managing, supervising and motivating the restaurant team
• Completing all management tasks, including management of hours and rotas
• Driving results through upselling, active sales and cost-efficient work

The Conservatorium's Taiko Cuisine is located in the former percussion room of the Conservatorium School. In the early days, while walking along the Paulus Potterstraat with the open windows, people could hear the students practicing their drum solos. This Asian inspired restaurant is created by Schilo Van Coevorden. We take the guests on a journey; every dish is created with the best quality products and attention to details. Just like in the past, the sounds of the drum bounce of the walls, thanks to the percussionist who plays the Taiko drum during dinner every Friday and Saturday night. The kitchen of Taiko Cuisine is opened Mon-Thu 6:30PM – 10:30PM, while Friday and Saturday the kitchen is open until 11:30PM. Sundays the restaurant is closed.

As Restaurant Manager we expect from you:
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position in luxury restaurant or hotel;
• Extensive experience in Asian Cuisine;
• Excellent verbal knowledge of the English and Dutch language;
• Ability to work evenings, weekend shifts and bank holidays;
• Hospitable and fun-loving attitude to enrich the guest’s experience;
• Flexible, stress resistant and a real motivator.

Our commitment to you:
• A salary in scale VIII of the Dutch Horeca CAO
• Excellent career progression with an iconic, luxury, global hotel brand. A lot of our colleagues joined us at the beginning of their career and are now leading their own teams and divisions;
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all levels of staff, with targeted development programs to get you ready for the next step in your career;
• Discounted stays at our beautiful properties across the Group;
• Multiple additional benefits, such as supplemented staff meals, uniform/laundry service; ticket raffles and a 50% contribution to your pension fund;
• F&B Discount Card – discounts at restaurants at high-end hotels in Amsterdam;
• Discounted collective health insurance and weekly personal training sessions.

Discover your role within our luxury hotel:

The Conservatorium hotel is on track to transition to Mandarin Oriental by early 2026. Our teams consist of a diverse group of talented people with a wide range of backgrounds and specialties. This committed team is united by an open work culture that celebrates individuality, emphasises performance and encourages everyone to achieve their full potential. In addition to our commitment to the highest level of service we take pride in a longstanding track record of sustainable practices woven into every layer or our company.

Apply through this website and let us know why you are interested! We look forward to seeing your application. For any questions, reach out to us via +31 (0)20-570 0043. Please ensure eligibility to work in the Netherlands and secure housing in Amsterdam prior to applying. Due to high application volume, we will respond only to candidates meeting these criteria.

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