Restaurant/Event Manager (m/f/d) for the Gletscherschlucht Restaurant

About the job

Hotel Bodmi GmbH is a versatile company in the tourism industry, distinguished by its unique location and broad range of offerings. In addition to operating the well-known Bodmi Hotel in Grindelwald, the company also runs the Restaurant Gletscherschlucht, which is valued for its spectacular location and culinary quality. Both establishments stand for hospitality, regional connection, and an authentic alpine experience.

About us

The Gletscherschlucht Restaurant is located at one of the most spectacular natural attractions in Switzerland – directly at the glacier gorge in Grindelwald, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland. With 50,000 visitors annually to the adjacent gorge, our location offers unique potential for a modern gastronomic concept. 

In May 2026, we will reopen as the “Alpique Fusion Hub” – an innovative combination of Alpine tradition and global culinary trends. Our concept is based on three pillars: premium tourist gastronomy (May-November), sports event destination (year-round), and B2B events. We rely on a state-of-the-art MEP system kitchen that combines efficiency and quality. 

To realize this vision, we are looking for a dynamic, results-oriented personality as Restaurant/Event Manager who will make our restaurant a profitable hotspot in Grindelwald with passion, professionalism, and entrepreneurial thinking. 
 

Your role:
As Restaurant/Event Manager, you are responsible for the entire operational business and profitability of the restaurant. You combine operational excellence with strategic event management and ensure that every guest has an unforgettable experience – while simultaneously achieving financial goals. 

Your main responsibilities:

Operational Management (50%)

• Overall responsibility for daily operations (kitchen, service, kiosk)
• Profitability management: ensuring positive cash flow from day 1
• Quality assurance: consistent standards in food, service, and atmosphere
• Process optimization: continuous improvement of efficiency and workflows
• Crisis management: confident resolution of problems and complaints
• Shift planning: efficient staff scheduling

Event Management (30%)

• Sports event planning: 70 events/year (Champions League, World Cup, Super Bowl, etc.)
• B2B event acquisition: 40 corporate events/year (Christmas parties, team buildings)
• Event coordination: from planning to execution
• Partner management: cooperation with companies, hotels, event agencies Event marketing: promotion and ticketing
• Revenue maximization: minimum consumption, VIP packages, upselling

Financial Management (15%)

• Budget responsibility: planning and adherence to annual budget
• Revenue optimization: strategies to increase sales and margin
• Cost management: food cost 24%, personnel 41%, operations 13%
• Reporting: weekly financial reports to management
• Liquidity management: ensuring positive cash flow

Personnel Management (5%)

• Team leadership: managing 8-10 employees (peak season), 3-4 (off-season)
• Training & development: coaching and training the team
• Motivation: creating a positive work environment
• Conflict management: constructive resolution of team conflicts

Your profile

Education & experience

• Completed training in hospitality, gastronomy, event management, or comparable
• At least 4 years of professional experience in gastronomy, including at least 2 years in a leadership position
• Event management experience: sports events, corporate events, catering
• Business knowledge: budgeting, controlling, profitability management
• Experience with system gastronomy is an advantage

Personality & skills

Must-haves

• Results-oriented: you think in numbers and achieve your goals
• Hands-on mentality: you pitch in yourself when necessary
• Event affinity: you love sports and events, know fan culture
• Sales talent: you can sell packages and generate revenue
• Organizational talent: you keep track of 70+ events/year
• Resilience: you keep a cool head even in stressful situations
• Flexibility: weekend and evening work is a given for you

Nice-to-haves

• Network: contacts with companies, event agencies, hotels in the region
• Digital competence: confident handling of tools and reservation systems, event software
• Marketing understanding: sense for social media and event promotion
• Sports enthusiasm: passion for football, ice hockey, American football, etc.

Language skills

• German: fluent
• English: business fluent
• French: an advantage

Contact & application

Please send your complete application documents (resume, cover letter, references) to:

Email: office@bodmi.ch

If you are a results-oriented event personality with a passion for gastronomy who wants to bring a profitable restaurant concept to life, then you are right with us!

We offer you the chance to lead an innovative concept with positive cash flow from day 1 and to fully apply your event expertise.

We look forward to your application!