Chef de Cuisine – Italian Restaurant | Luxury Beachfront ResortLocation: St. Maarten Compensation: $50,000–$55,000 USD Benefits: On-site apartment, relocation assistance including flights, company cellphone and laptop, medical insurance, food allowance, friends & family perks, and additional company benefitsWe are recruiting on behalf of a luxury beachfront resort in St. Maarten seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead the opening of a brand-new Italian restaurant. This is an exciting pre-opening opportunity to shape the culinary vision of a new dining concept within an established resort renowned for its diverse food and beverage offerings.The successful candidate will be responsible for launching and leading the restaurant from the ground up, creating authentic Italian menus, building a high-performing kitchen team, and delivering exceptional dining experiences while maintaining the highest culinary and operational standards.Key Responsibilities
Lead the pre-opening and day-to-day operations of the new Italian restaurantDevelop authentic Italian menus, seasonal specials, and innovative culinary offeringsRecruit, train, and mentor a high-performing culinary teamEnsure exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation across every serviceManage food costs, inventory, purchasing, and kitchen budgets
Ideal Candidate Profile
Previous Chef de Cuisine or Senior Sous Chef experience within an upscale hotel, resort, or standalone Italian restaurantStrong background in authentic Italian cuisine with a passion for quality ingredients and classic techniquesProven experience opening new restaurants or leading pre-opening culinary operations is highly desirableStrong leadership skills with the ability to recruit, develop, and inspire culinary teamsExcellent financial acumen with experience managing food costs, labour, and kitchen operationsCreative, adaptable, and passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiencesLuxury hospitality or Caribbean experience is considered an advantageCandidates must hold Dutch, American, or Italian nationality due to work permit requirements.
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Start: ASAPSalary: NegotiableLanguages: Italian and EnglishLocation: MilanMy client is an iconic luxury venue in Milan and is seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead its operations, guest experience, commercial performance, and people strategy.This is a high-profile leadership role for a hospitality professional who understands that true luxury is defined by personal recognition, emotional intelligence, flawless execution, and the ability to make every guest feel genuinely at ease.The successful candidate will combine refined hospitality instincts with strong operational discipline, commercial awareness, and the confidence to lead a large, diverse team in one of Milan’s most prestigious environments.Role PurposeThe General Manager will have overall responsibility for the venue’s day-to-day operation, financial performance, service culture, reputation, and long-term development.This role requires a highly visible and hands-on leader who is present on the floor, knows the venue’s guests and team members personally, anticipates needs before they are expressed, and ensures that every interaction reflects the standards of an iconic luxury destination.Outstanding luxury leadership depends on the balance between guest satisfaction, team performance, profitability, and emotional intelligence.Key ResponsibilitiesGuest experience and luxury standards
Create a consistently exceptional and highly personalised guest experience across every area of the venue.Build genuine relationships with regular, influential, and high-profile guests, remembering preferences, occasions, and personal details.Ensure guests are welcomed with warmth, discretion, confidence, and effortless professionalism.Personally oversee VIP arrivals, private events, special occasions, and sensitive guest requirements.Anticipate guest needs and resolve concerns quickly, discreetly, and generously.Establish service standards that are refined, natural, and never mechanical.Ensure every detail—from arrival and ambience to farewell—is delivered with precision.
VIP and high-profile guest management
Act as the senior point of contact for VIP guests, owners, celebrities, international visitors, and strategic partners.Develop trusted relationships with private offices, luxury brands, concierge services, hotels, embassies, corporate clients, and influential local networks.Manage confidential information with absolute discretion.Coordinate bespoke arrangements, security requirements, privacy expectations, and personalised experiences.Protect the venue’s reputation by responding calmly and decisively to sensitive or high-pressure situations.
Operational leadership
Take full responsibility for the smooth, efficient, and profitable operation of the venue.Lead all operational departments, including front-of-house, food and beverage, events, guest relations, reservations, finance, security, and facilities.Establish and maintain operating procedures, quality standards, service protocols, and performance controls.Remain highly visible during peak periods, major events, VIP visits, and operationally sensitive moments.Ensure consistent coordination between departments and eliminate gaps in communication.Maintain the highest standards of presentation, cleanliness, ambience, safety, and maintenance.Use guest feedback, operational data, and team insight to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership and people development
Lead, inspire, and develop a large multicultural team with clarity, respect, and consistency.Build a culture of accountability, pride, discretion, warmth, and service excellence.Set clear expectations and ensure that every team member understands the venue’s standards.Recruit, coach, mentor, and retain high-performing managers and frontline colleagues.Develop strong department heads and create clear succession plans.Ensure training is practical, continuous, and aligned with the venue’s luxury service philosophy.Recognise exceptional performance while addressing underperformance fairly and promptly.Lead by example through personal presence, composure, energy, and professional conduct.
Commercial and financial performance
Own the venue’s budget, P&L, revenue performance, cost control, and profitability.Develop commercial strategies that strengthen revenue, average spend, repeat visitation, and client loyalty.Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Revenue, and Events teams to maximise business opportunities.Monitor financial performance, labour costs, productivity, purchasing, and supplier relationships.Identify opportunities to improve margins without compromising the guest experience.Present regular performance updates and strategic recommendations to ownership or the executive board.
Brand and reputation
Safeguard and enhance the venue’s position as one of Milan’s leading luxury destinations.Ensure all guest touchpoints reflect the venue’s identity, values, and level of prestige.Collaborate with marketing and communications teams on brand positioning, partnerships, events, and public relations.Maintain strong relationships with the local luxury, fashion, business, cultural, and hospitality communities.Monitor guest feedback, media coverage, social reputation, and market developments.
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Job Title: Sales & Marketing Manager – Multi-Concept VenueLocation: Rome, Italy Salary: €36,000-€38,000, gross per year Start Date: ASAPFor our client, a world-renowned company, we are seeking a strategic and results-driven Sales & Marketing Manager to lead the commercial strategy of a dynamic, multi-revenue establishment. This role is responsible for directing sales and marketing initiatives that align with the venue’s operational vision, while upholding brand standards and core values to meet or exceed business objectives.Key Responsibilities
Local Sales & Revenue Growth: Drive local sales initiatives to increase revenue, with a focus on building relationships with corporate clients, hotels, tour operators, and event organisers.Financial & Strategic Leadership: Demonstrate a strong grasp of budgeting, P&L analysis, and forecast models to drive informed decision-making.Marketing Execution: Develop and implement targeted marketing campaigns and sales strategies to ensure consistent growth in customer engagement.Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with the General Manager and wider leadership team, including the Regional Sales & Marketing Manager, to align efforts and maximise results.Multi-Product Promotion: Market a diverse business model (dining, retail, events, and entertainment) to varied guest segments, including corporate, tourist, and local clientele.Guest-Centric Culture: Foster an environment where exceptional service is prioritised, ensuring guest satisfaction meets or exceeds brand expectations.Event & Client Relations: Conceptualise and deliver high-impact meetings and events that surpass client expectations.Talent Development: Assist in recruiting, retaining, and developing top talent, setting clear performance goals, and implementing career growth pathways.Learning & Development: Act as a Learning Coach, designing and executing training programs to enhance team skills and retention.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience with CRM platforms and digital marketing tools.Strong background in social media strategy and execution.Previous experience in sales roles within hospitality, restaurants, hotels, tourism, travel, MICE, or events is highly desirable.Strong commercial awareness and a track record of driving revenue growth.Existing contacts in the local market would be an advantage.
Creative thinker with the ability to bring innovative ideas to the team.Natural sales aptitude with a passion for driving business growth.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences (clients, media, partners, and internal teams).Strong business acumen, problem-solving, and analytical skills.Fluency in English and Italian is highly desirable.
Job Title: Sales & Marketing Manager – Multi-Concept VenueLocation: Rome, Italy Salary: €36,000-€38,000, gross per year Start Date: ASAPIf you’d like more information about the role, please apply or send your CV to luizas@corecruitment.com....Read more...
Location: MilanLanguages: English, Italian and Russian is a plusSalary: €45.000 - €50.000Start: ASAPI am seeking an exceptional Front of House Manager to oversee the guest-facing operations of a luxury hospitality environment.This role is ideal for a polished, confident, and service-driven professional who is accustomed to working with high-profile VIP guests and delivering discreet, personalised service at the highest level.The successful candidate will combine strong reception and guest services experience with an understanding of food and beverage operations.You will act as a visible ambassador for the venue, ensuring that every guest receives a seamless, professional, and memorable experience from arrival to departure.A consistently high standard of personal presentation is essential for this position.Key Responsibilities
Oversee the daily front of house and guest-facing operations.Deliver highly personalised, discreet, and professional service to VIP guests.Welcome and assist guests on arrival, ensuring a smooth check-in and departure experience.Manage guest requests, special arrangements, complaints, and service recovery with confidence and professionalism.Coordinate closely with reception, security, and management teams.Maintain a strong presence throughout the guest areas and ensure the highest service standards are consistently achieved.Support reception operations, including guest communication, booking information, payments, and administrative procedures.Assist with food and beverage service when required and ensure coordination between front of house and F&B teams.Train, coach, and guide team members in service standards, guest interaction, personal presentation, and operational procedures.Lead by example and create a positive, professional, and service-focused team culture.Monitor guest feedback and identify opportunities to improve the overall guest experience.Assist with VIP arrivals, special occasions, and bespoke guest requests.Ensure that the property’s presentation, atmosphere, and service delivery remain consistently aligned with luxury standards.Prepare handovers, reports, and operational updates for senior management.
Candidate Profile
Previous experience in a Front of House Manager, Guest Relations Manager, Reception Manager, Assistant Front Office Manager, or similar role.Professional experience working in luxury hotels, private residences, premium venues, or other high-VIP environments.Strong background in reception and guest services.Practical understanding of food and beverage operations.Experience training, coaching, and developing hospitality staff.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Naturally polished, composed, and confident when dealing with demanding or high-profile guests.Impeccable personal presentation and a professional approach at all times.Strong attention to detail and a proactive, hands-on working style.Ability to remain calm, discreet, and solution-oriented under pressure.Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays when required.Valid driving licence and confidence driving as part of the role, where necessary.
Personal QualitiesThe ideal candidate is a natural host who understands that luxury service is built on anticipation, discretion, and attention to detail.You will be warm and approachable while maintaining professional boundaries, and you will have the confidence to guide both guests and colleagues in a high-expectation environment.You are highly organised, well presented, and comfortable taking responsibility for the smooth running of all front of house activities.....Read more...
Location: MilanLanguages: English, Italian and Russian is a plusSalary: €45.000 - €50.000Start: ASAPI am seeking an exceptional Front of House Manager to oversee the guest-facing operations of a luxury hospitality environment.This role is ideal for a polished, confident, and service-driven professional who is accustomed to working with high-profile VIP guests and delivering discreet, personalised service at the highest level.The successful candidate will combine strong reception and guest services experience with an understanding of food and beverage operations.You will act as a visible ambassador for the venue, ensuring that every guest receives a seamless, professional, and memorable experience from arrival to departure.A consistently high standard of personal presentation is essential for this position.Key Responsibilities
Oversee the daily front of house and guest-facing operations.Deliver highly personalised, discreet, and professional service to VIP guests.Welcome and assist guests on arrival, ensuring a smooth check-in and departure experience.Manage guest requests, special arrangements, complaints, and service recovery with confidence and professionalism.Coordinate closely with reception, security, and management teams.Maintain a strong presence throughout the guest areas and ensure the highest service standards are consistently achieved.Support reception operations, including guest communication, booking information, payments, and administrative procedures.Assist with food and beverage service when required and ensure coordination between front of house and F&B teams.Train, coach, and guide team members in service standards, guest interaction, personal presentation, and operational procedures.Lead by example and create a positive, professional, and service-focused team culture.Monitor guest feedback and identify opportunities to improve the overall guest experience.Assist with VIP arrivals, special occasions, and bespoke guest requests.Ensure that the property’s presentation, atmosphere, and service delivery remain consistently aligned with luxury standards.Prepare handovers, reports, and operational updates for senior management.
Candidate Profile
Previous experience in a Front of House Manager, Guest Relations Manager, Reception Manager, Assistant Front Office Manager, or similar role.Professional experience working in luxury hotels, private residences, premium venues, or other high-VIP environments.Strong background in reception and guest services.Practical understanding of food and beverage operations.Experience training, coaching, and developing hospitality staff.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Naturally polished, composed, and confident when dealing with demanding or high-profile guests.Impeccable personal presentation and a professional approach at all times.Strong attention to detail and a proactive, hands-on working style.Ability to remain calm, discreet, and solution-oriented under pressure.Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays when required.Valid driving licence and confidence driving as part of the role, where necessary.
Personal QualitiesThe ideal candidate is a natural host who understands that luxury service is built on anticipation, discretion, and attention to detail.You will be warm and approachable while maintaining professional boundaries, and you will have the confidence to guide both guests and colleagues in a high-expectation environment.You are highly organised, well presented, and comfortable taking responsibility for the smooth running of all front of house activities.....Read more...
