Customer Care Specialist (Portuguese Market)

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Spain
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Undisclosed
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Employment type
Full Time,
Job posted
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2 Aug 2026
Experience level
Entry-Level
Junior
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AI Summary

TheFork is seeking a Customer Care Specialist for the Portuguese market to join their team in Barcelona. The role involves handling customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat, assisting with the electronic reservation book, website, and app. The ideal candidate has native Portuguese and fluent English, strong communication skills, CRM knowledge, and customer support experience. The company offers a permanent contract, flexible working, competitive salary, and various benefits including lunch vouchers, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Role DNA

Job Complexity
Easy Hard
Pace & Pressure
Relaxed Fast-paced
Autonomy Level
Guided Full Ownership
Communication Load
Independent Highly Collaborative
AI Insight The role requires specialized language skills and customer service experience, but is not technically demanding, hence moderate difficulty.

Salary Analysis

Median Highly Competitive
$40,000
US Market
$30k – 50k
0 $55k
AI Insight The offered salary is not specified in the listing. Based on US market data for customer care specialists with language skills, the estimated median salary is $40,000 per year, which is competitive for the role. The salary range typically falls between $30,000 and $50,000 depending on experience and location.

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my interest in the Customer Care Specialist position for the Portuguese market at TheFork. With native fluency in Portuguese and advanced English skills, I am well-equipped to provide exceptional support to your diverse clientele. My previous experience in customer support environments has honed my ability to resolve inquiries efficiently via phone, email, and chat, and I am proficient in CRM tools.

I am passionate about the restaurant industry and enthusiastic about helping customers have memorable dining experiences. I thrive in fast-paced, multicultural environments and am committed to delivering solutions that meet customer needs. I look forward to contributing to TheFork's mission of championing restaurant culture.

Can you describe a time when you had to handle a difficult customer? How did you resolve the situation?
In my previous role, I dealt with a customer who was frustrated due to a booking error. I listened actively, apologized for the inconvenience, and quickly coordinated with the restaurant to find an alternative reservation. I kept the customer informed throughout the process, and they appreciated the proactive communication and quick resolution.
How do you prioritize tasks when handling multiple customer inquiries simultaneously?
I assess the urgency and impact of each inquiry. For example, if a customer cannot access their reservation, that takes priority over a general query. I also use CRM tools to track open tickets and ensure no request is overlooked. I remain calm and methodical to provide timely responses.
Why are you interested in working for TheFork, specifically in the Portuguese market?
I am passionate about the restaurant industry and enjoy helping people discover dining experiences. As a native Portuguese speaker, I can connect authentically with customers from that market. TheFork's reputation as a leading platform and its commitment to innovation and culture align with my values.
Can you give an example of how you used CRM software to improve customer service?
In my last job, I used CRM to track recurring issues and identified a pattern of complaints about a specific feature. I escalated it to the product team, which led to a fix that reduced related inquiries by 20%. The CRM helped me provide data-driven insights.
How do you stay motivated and maintain quality in a high-volume customer support environment?
I focus on the positive impact of each interaction. Taking short breaks, celebrating small wins, and maintaining a growth mindset help me stay motivated. I also review feedback to continuously improve my skills.

Join our Movement and Champion Restaurant Culture! 💚

At TheFork we believe that the best things in life happen around the table.
As the leading restaurant booking platform in Europe, we connect the broadest community of loyal diners with the world’s favorite restaurants. Powered by innovation and a deep passion for the restaurant industry, we create unique dining experiences across 11 countries.

We’re part of the Tripadvisor Group and proud to be building a diverse, people-first culture where “respect”, “ownership”, “growth” and “better together” values thrive.
If you’re passionate about food, technology, and making a real impact, your seat at the table is ready.
👉 Discover life at TheFork

 
 
What you will do:
  • Answer incoming requests via phone, email and chat.
  • Assist our customers on questions about our electronic reservation book, our website or app.
  • Put yourself in the customer’s shoes and provide the most suitable answer or solution according to their specific needs.
Who you are:
  • Based in Barcelona.
  • Native level of Portuguese and fluent in English. Speaking more languages are always welcome!
  • An open minded person with a high level of communication skills.
  • Care about customer needs and always try to make their experience unique and satisfactory.
  • Knowledge in CRM tools.
  • Experienced in a customer support environment.

What we offer:

😄 An awesome team 

🏠 A permanent contract (that can be useful in life) 

⚖️ Flexible working environment (2 days home office per week + up to 4 total weeks additional flexibility during the summer period and in December to work fully remotely)

💸 Competitive fixed salary and bonus 

🍕 Lunch vouchers available for each working day (because yes, we like to try our best restaurants)

🌎 International teams and a multicultural environment spanning 10 offices across Europe

🤝Highly inclusive working environment

🤸‍♀️ Lifestyle benefits that can be used to reimburse expenses related to physical and leisure activities, family support, travel etc 

🎓 Continuous learning and development programs

😌 Free access to the Calm app to help you build resilience wherever you are in your mental health journey

🐣Dedicated parental leave and caregiver leave policies (12 weeks fully paid)

⏳ A program dedicated to helping you have the best work/life balance 

🏥 Health insurance fully covered by the company 

👩‍🦽 Life & Disability Insurance at no cost to the employee

🍴 Amazing offices with dining, a coffee point on each floor, and leisure area

🎤 Team building events 

All hiring happens through our careers site and official email. We do not text or ask for payment during the hiring process. Please report any suspicious messages immediately.

We believe that we are better together, and we welcome you for who you are. We endeavor to ensure that everyone – regardless of ability, age, socio-economic & cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, national origin, race, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law -has the opportunity to reach their full potential. At TheFork, we want you to bring us your unique perspectives and experiences, so we can collectively continue disrupting the restaurant industry and go from good to great.

TheFork is committed to a fair recruitment process. If you have special needs and require reasonable support during your application, interview, or participation in the selection process due to health conditions or disability, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Our HR team will review the request and respond accordingly.

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