Head Waiter (m/f/d)

The gourmet restaurant Bootshaus in Traunkirchen is part of the family-run Gröller Hospitality and is considered one of Austria’s best restaurants. Located right on Lake Traunsee, we combine exceptional cuisine with an unwavering commitment to regional ingredients, the highest quality, and genuine hospitality.

In the dining room, Head of Wine & Service Katharina Gnigler—Gault&Millau Sommelier of the Year 2025—and her team bring a special touch to the experience. In the kitchen, under the leadership of Executive Chef Lukas Nagl, Gault&Millau Chef of the Year 2023, an ambitious and warm-hearted team awaits you—a team that places quality, passion, and respectful collaboration at the center of everything they do.

The Bootshaus has been awarded a Michelin star, the Green Michelin Star for sustainability, and four Gault&Millau toques. In the 2026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide, it received a perfect score of 100 points, making it one of Austria’s top restaurants.

Would you like to join our team and help us create special moments of enjoyment at Lake Traunsee? If so, we look forward to meeting you.

As a Chef de Rang, you are a key point of contact for our guests. You combine a professional approach to service with a warm, personal presence and ensure that our guests feel welcome from the very first moment.

You work in an environment where cuisine, wine and bar culture, and ambiance all come together—and you play an active role in shaping this experience anew every day.

What you'll be doing here:

• Managing Your Service Station Independently
• Warm hospitality and personalized service for our domestic and international guests 
• Expert recommendations for dishes, as well as wine and beverage pairings
• Close collaboration with our Head of Wine & Service, Kathi Gnigler, on the further development of beverage culture
• Execution of all service procedures—from mise en place to billing
• Ensuring a smooth, high-quality service process
• Compliance with Our Quality and Hygiene Standards
• Sharing Your Knowledge with Younger Team Members

What you bring to the table:

• You already have several years of experience in the fine dining sector.
• Additional qualifications in wine and beverage culture are a plus.
• You stand out for your strong communication skills and passion for customer service.
• You have a very good command of German and English.
• A strong commitment to service, excellent manners, and a well-groomed appearance come naturally to you.
• In this role, you will work independently and efficiently.
• You identify with the philosophy of Gröller Hospitality and enjoy bringing our brand to life for our guests.

What to Expect:

• Full board provided at the workplace, even on your days off
• Accommodations at our employee hotel by the lake, with a terrace and parking
• Customized training and professional development opportunities to support your professional and personal growth; room to contribute your own ideas and actively shape the workplace
• Regular employee events that strengthen team cohesion
• Employee Benefits at Our Facilities Working on Lake Traunsee—with a wide range of recreational activities right on your doorstep
• A respectful and supportive team environment that embodies quality, hospitality, and unity

Gröller Hospitality

Rooted in the region. Open to new ideas. A team that thinks, creates, and innovates together.