General Manager, Restaurant Tapasake 
(21256)

At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn. 

Resplendent at the entrance of Boka Bay, a fjord-like idyll on Montenegro’s Adriatic Sea, One&Only Portonovi is a year-round haven where cultural wonders and fresh-air adventures meet the glamour of Europe’s most fashionable new riviera. The warm Montenegrin charm is one of our most unique and valued assets. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

Job Summary

The General Manager is responsible for the overall management and performance of Tapasake, ensuring exceptional dining experiences, high service standards, and strong financial results. The role requires a strong understanding of Japanese and Asian cuisine, contemporary fusion concepts, and luxury restaurant operations. Working closely with the Director of Food & Beverage and the Culinary team, the General Manager oversees daily operations, team development, cost control, and revenue growth in line with resort objectives and luxury hospitality standards.

Requirements

• Experience in a luxury five-star hotel or high-end restaurant environment, preferably in a management role.

• Proven experience managing upscale restaurants specialising in Japanese, Asian, or contemporary fusion cuisine.

• Strong understanding of Japanese dining concepts, food and beverage trends, and the expectations of luxury restaurant guests.

• Proven ability to lead restaurant operations, develop high-performing teams, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, P&L management, menu engineering, food and beverage cost control, and inventory management.

• Ability to drive revenue, maximise profitability, and identify opportunities to improve operational performance.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Culinary and senior management teams.

• Creative, commercially minded, and knowledgeable about international dining trends and evolving restaurant concepts.

• Strong focus on service quality, guest satisfaction, and luxury hospitality standards.

• Excellent spoken and written English

• Professional appearance and conduct, with the ability to inspire and lead by example.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.