Team Leader / Maître d' in the Dining Room

Do you want to take clear leadership responsibility in the dining room while working closely with guests in an environment characterized by calm, quality, and care? Do you have solid experience from the restaurant industry and thrive in the role of bringing cohesion to the service flow? Welcome to Hestraviken – a family-owned hotel in the heart of Småland, where we together create experiences that guests carry with them for a long time. About the Role As Team Leader / Maître d' in the dining room, you have a key role in both guest experience and daily operations. You are responsible for ensuring that service, staffing, and flow run seamlessly – from welcoming and seating guests to closing after dinner. You lead and support the service team in daily work, serve as a natural contact between the dining room, kitchen, and reception, and ensure that our high standards for quality, hospitality, and attention to detail are met. The role is operational and hands-on, where you personally participate in service while creating structure, confidence, and pace in the team. We are Looking for You if You: • Have several years of experience in service and preferably a leadership role in a restaurant environment • Are confident, clear, and inspiring in your leadership • Have a good overview and ability to prioritize at a fast pace • Are passionate about service, hospitality, and details • Communicate fluently in Swedish and English • Have a driver's license and access to a car (due to our nature-oriented location) What We Offer ✔ A permanent position with varied and responsible working days ✔ A workplace in beautiful natural surroundings by Isaberg ✔ A restaurant recommended by White Guide ✔ A newly opened Riverside Spa with heated outdoor pools and relaxation ✔ An experienced and dedicated team with great commitment ✔ A role where your leadership and presence truly make a difference About Hestraviken Hestraviken is one of Småland's most appreciated hotels, beautifully located by lake and forest. With 49 individually furnished rooms, an award-winning restaurant, and Riverside Spa, we offer experiences characterized by warmth, quality, and genuine care. We are a family-owned business with a long tradition and strong confidence in the future. About the Employment Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: By agreement, preferably immediately Working Hours: Varying day and evening shifts plus work every third weekend Salary: Fixed monthly salary by agreement

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