Job Description About Us Jacksons Hotel is a well-established 4-star hotel located in the heart of Ballybofey, renowned for its warm hospitality, excellent service, and strong reputation within the local community and beyond.
We are currently seeking a professional, motivated, and customer-focused Duty Manager to join our management team.
The Role As Duty Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the hotel, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and smooth coordination across all departments.
You will act as a key point of contact for both guests and staff, maintaining high standards and supporting the management team.
About The Role Key Responsibilities Supervise and support all hotel departments during shifts Ensure exceptional customer service and handle guest queries or complaints professionally Assist in staff management, training, and performance monitoring Maintain health safety standards and ensure compliance with hotel policies Support reception, food beverage, and events operations as required Manage opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and reporting Act as Manager-on-Duty in the absence of senior management Requirements Previous supervisory or management experience in a hotel or hospitality environment Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Excellent customer service and problem-solving abilities Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays Knowledge of hotel systems (PMS) is an advantage A proactive, hands-on approach with attention to detail What We Offer Competitive salary (based on experience) Opportunities for career development and progression Staff meals and employee discounts Supportive and friendly working environment Skills Needed Hospitality About The Company The Gallen Hospitality group is comprised of three 4-star, family-run hotels located in Ballybofey and Gweedore, Co Donegal.Owned by the Gallen family, the Villa Rose Hotel was established in the year **** and is comprised of 57 bedrooms, state of the art spa facility and has been consistently named Ireland's top hotels in the Tripadvisor Traveller's choice awards.In ****, the Gallen family added Jackson's Hotel to their offering.
With 135 bedrooms, a leisure centre and extensive conference banqueting facilities the hotel is one of the largest in the region.In ****, the family acquired An Chúirt Hotel in Gweedores 66 bedrooms a health club.
An Chúirt is nestled in the beautiful Donegal countryside with the iconic Errigal Mountain as it's backdrop.
Company Culture At Gallen Hospitality our culture centers around our people and we focus on their well-being, safety and equality.
With over 300 employees, we are a principal hospitality employer in the County.
When we take care of our staff, our staff take care of our guests.
WELL-BEING We believe the role we can play in our employees well-being is one of the most important responsibilities we have as employers.
EQUALITY We operate an Equal Opportunities Policy.
We are proud of how often employees are promoted within the Group.
Desired Criteria Knowledge of hotel systems (PMS) is an advantage Required Criteria Previous supervisory or management experience in a hotel or hospitality environment Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Excellent customer service and problem-solving abilities Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays A proactive, hands-on approach with attention to detail Closing Date Saturday 25th April, ****