RESTAURANT SUPERVISOR

Job Description

The Restaurant Supervisor supports the smooth daily operation of the restaurant, coordinating service, supervising staff, maintaining food and beverage standards, and ensuring guests receive welcoming and efficient service. Candidates are generally expected to have previous experience in restaurant or hotel operations, good knowledge of service procedures, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead a diverse team. Professional appearance, customer focus, flexibility for shifts, weekends and public holidays, and a practical approach to resolving guest concerns are important. Fluency in Spanish and English is usually valuable in Tenerife, while additional languages and experience with international hotel standards are advantageous.

Company Info

Meliá Hotels International is one of Spain’s leading hotel groups and a major international hospitality company. Founded in Mallorca, the group operates hotels and resorts across Spain and numerous destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Its portfolio includes brands such as Meliá, Gran Meliá, ME by Meliá, INNSiDE and Sol by Meliá, serving leisure and business travellers. Meliá places strong emphasis on guest experience, responsible tourism, employee development and multicultural teamwork. The Restaurant Supervisor position is located at Meliá Jardines del Teide in Costa Adeje, Tenerife, a resort property focused largely on holiday guests. Employees can expect a structured hotel environment, international colleagues, seasonal demand and opportunities to build experience within a large hospitality network.

Destination Guide

Spain’s Canary Islands, including Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, offer strong employment opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, transport, retail and customer service. The culture combines Spanish traditions with island identity, relaxed social life, local festivals, seafood, music and outdoor activities. Tenerife provides warm weather, beaches, volcanic landscapes and an active resort economy, although rents in popular areas such as Costa Adeje can be high. EU and EEA citizens can work without a visa but must register locally and obtain a Spanish identification number. Non-EU applicants generally need an employer-supported work permit before starting employment; requirements vary by nationality and contract. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, healthcare registration, banking and tax documentation. Spanish is useful for daily life and workplace integration, while English is widely used in tourism. Public transport is practical, though a car may help outside resort areas.