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Head Waiter - Four Seasons Hotel Madrid

Spain Islands Four Seasons Madrid €22,000–€30,000 gross per year, potentially including service charge, bonuses, meals, or other hotel benefits*
Job Description

The Head Waiter supports smooth restaurant service by supervising waitstaff, coordinating table sections, welcoming guests, taking or overseeing orders, maintaining service standards, and working closely with the kitchen and restaurant management team. Candidates are expected to have previous experience in a quality restaurant or luxury hotel, strong knowledge of food and beverage service, excellent communication skills, and a polished, guest-focused manner. Fluency in Spanish and good English are typically important in Madrid’s international hospitality environment. The role also requires leadership, attention to detail, professional presentation, flexibility with shifts, and the ability to remain calm and efficient during busy service periods.

Company Info

Four Seasons Hotel Madrid is a luxury five-star property located in the heart of the Spanish capital, close to Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace, and Madrid’s principal cultural attractions. It forms part of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, an international hospitality company recognized for highly personalized service, elegant accommodations, and strong attention to guest experience. The Madrid hotel combines historic architecture with contemporary interiors and includes restaurants, bars, event facilities, a spa, and guest services aimed at both leisure and business travelers. Employees typically work in a demanding but service-oriented environment where teamwork, discretion, grooming, and attention to detail are highly valued. Four Seasons is also known for investing in employee training and internal career development across its global properties.

Destination Guide

Spain’s islands offer varied hospitality opportunities, particularly in the Balearic Islands, including Mallorca, Ibiza, and Menorca, and the Canary Islands, including Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura. Hotels, resorts, restaurants, beach clubs, cruise services, and tourism companies regularly recruit waiters, supervisors, chefs, housekeeping staff, spa professionals, and managers. Island culture is relaxed and sociable, with strong local food, festivals, outdoor activities, and tourism-driven communities. Lifestyle benefits include warm weather and access to beaches, although seasonal work, higher summer rents, and limited public transport in some areas can be challenging. EU and EEA citizens can work with standard registration requirements. Non-EU candidates generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and residence visa before starting employment. Applicants should confirm accommodation, contract length, salary, and relocation support before moving.