OKU Kos - Restaurant Manager

At OKU, we believe in offering extraordinary experiences both for our guests and for our team. We are committed to attracting top-tier talent from around the world, bringing together passionate individuals who share our vision of exceptional hospitality. We are seeking a Restaurant Manager to join OKU Kos, the original five-star OKU location on the north coast of Kos island for adults-only.

Working from OKU´s beautiful Michelin-key awarded property on the north coast of Kos - and recently named by Forbes as one of the best beach resorts in Europe - this hands-on role invites the candidate to become part of an award-winning brand.

ABOUT OKU

‘OKU’ is derived from the Japanese spiritual and architectural concept meaning ‘inner space’. OKU Hotels is a boutique collection of soulfully-curated, laidback luxury hotels, created for the modern traveler. Meticulously designed sanctuaries are conceived with barefoot luxury, local connections and slow living at heart.

OKU Hotels is headquartered between London and Madrid, with hotels in Ibiza, Andalusia, Bodrum and Kos and a confirmed pipeline under development in Spain, Africa and further afield. OKU is targeting to own and/or operate a collection of over ten exquisite properties in new and captivating destinations worldwide, over the next five years. Recent industry accolades for the brand include:

• Aspire Awards 2025 - Shortlisted (OKU Hotels – small luxury hotel group of the year)
• Michelin Key 2025 – Winner (OKU Kos)
• Elite Suites 2025 – by Elite Traveller – Winner (OKU Ibiza Private villa)
• LIV Hospitality Design Awards 2024 – Winner (OKU Kos - Interior design of the year)
• Conde Nast Hotel y Mantel Awards 2025 - Shortlisted (OKU Ibiza - Best Beach Club)
• Conde Nast Traveller – Readers’ Choice Awards 2022 (OKU Ibiza - #5 hotel in Spain and #1 in Balearics).

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the wait staff during shifts.
• Train new wait staff members on restaurant policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting guests, taking orders, and addressing customer concerns.
• Manage table assignments, reservations, and seating arrangements to optimize efficiency.
• Ensure that food and beverages are served according to quality standards and presentation guidelines.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff, bartenders, and other restaurant employees to ensure a seamless dining experience.
• Encourage wait staff to upsell menu items, specials, and beverages.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate any needs to FB Service Manager.
• Handle cash transactions, process payments accurately, and reconcile cash drawers.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dining area.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Restaurant Manager in a 5-star Hotel.
• Degree in Hospitality/Tourism will be considered as an asset.
• Excellent knowledge of English language. Any additional language will be considered an asset.
• Experienced in computer (preferably knowledgeable of MICROS and POS handling).
• Passion for delivering exceptional levels of guest service.
• Pleasant personality, customer oriented.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Remuneration Package.
• Dynamic and highly professional environment.
• Career growth.
• Accommodation and meal provided.