Who We Are
Avolta is the world's leading provider of travel experiences. With a traveler-centered philosophy and a geographically diverse network, the company serves the needs of up to 2.3 billion passengers per year in the travel retail and gastronomy (F&B) sectors. With 5,500 sales points in over 75 countries across six continents, Avolta boasts a strong global presence.
Guided by the Destination 2027 strategy and bolstered by our recent merger with travel F&B giant Autogrill, we are uniquely positioned to realize our ambitious vision of a Travel Experience Revolution—across numerous locations including airports, highways, cruise lines, seaports, and train stations.
In our restaurants at Zurich Airport, we take pride in offering our guests exquisite Neapolitan pizzas from a wood-fired oven, Italian pasta dishes, gourmet burgers, authentic Asian cuisine, and a variety of other delicacies.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking a Restaurant Manager for the service crews of our operated restaurants at Zurich Airport (Upperdeck, Chalet Suisse, The Gallery, and L’Oro di Napoli) to start immediately or by arrangement.
Your Tasks – Here’s Where It Gets Exciting:
- Leadership with Taste: Lead the chef de service of our four restaurants, supporting daily operations and shaping a team that delights guests every day.
- Live Hospitality: Cultivate sustainable customer relationships and collaborate closely with partners such as Zurich Airport.
- Shape Food & Beverage: In partnership with the local headquarters, plan and implement changes to the offerings, execute marketing ideas, and ensure compliance with Autogrill's sales standards.
- Events with a Wow Factor: Organize and oversee special events in the Circle, transforming them into unforgettable highlights.
- Stay Flexible: Coordinate cross-concept staff assignments or actively support catering and lunch services as needed.
- Strengthen Culture: Promote an open, appreciative company and leadership culture reflecting Avolta's values and our Code of Ethics.
- Keep Goods & Quality in Check: Partially manage inventory according to our procurement guidelines, ensuring compliance with Kopas and HACCP standards.
- … and much more: You can expect a variety of exciting challenges!
Your Profile – What You Bring:
- A completed basic education in gastronomy and/or hospitality.
- Ideally, further training in business management or the G2 professional certificate, along with solid leadership experience.
- Advantageous: Experience in the kitchen.
- Communicative and a passionate host, with a knack for inspiring people.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions.
- Familiarity with common IT programs (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Fluent in both German and English, with excellent written and spoken skills.
What We Offer You:
- A varied managerial role in one of Switzerland's most exciting gastronomy hotspots.
- The chance to shape and enhance the culinary experience across multiple restaurants.
- Creative freedom for your ideas, with close collaboration within our international network.
- A strong team that you will have the opportunity to lead and develop.
- Attractive employment conditions and ample development opportunities.
Have We Piqued Your Interest?
Sounds exciting? Then don’t hesitate and become part of our team! Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.