The Hodson Bay Hotel are excited to recruit Food and Beverage Assistants to join our friendly Food and Beverage team in our Bar & Brasserie teams.
We are interested in candidates who have full time availability. We have a variety of shifts available to suit all needs across the afternoon & evening shifts. Candidates must be flexible to work across weekdays (& weekends, when needed).
The Hodson Bay Hotel is part of the Hodson Bay Group. With over 700 employees from over 50 countries worldwide, Hodson Bay Group is committed to creating a positive working environment where our people feel they are a valued part of a team delivering excellent service to our guests.
Hodson Bay Hotel has been recently certified as a Great Place to Work, and we have also received the 'Excellent Employer 2025' Award from Failte Ireland Employer Excellence.
The ideal candidate for this role should be energetic, customer focused and should possess excellent communication skills. They should also have the ability to work well under pressure.
Main Duties:
* To carry out all Food & Beverage assistant duties as per the agreed standards.
* To assist and carry out duties for the Restaurant, Bar and Brasserie when necessary
* To participate in training as required by Supervisor or Manager.
* To be responsible for the service of the Restaurant, Bar, Brasserie, or Banqueting where directed.
* To ensure the highest levels of Customer Care are practised at all times.
* To carry out the Hotel's customer relations policy.
* To communicate Hotel services to guests.
* To ensure cash/vouchers and all forms of payment are handled in a secure and responsible manner in all Food & Beverage Outlets
* To ensure a high standard of personal hygiene and grooming.
* To wear relevant uniform and name badge at all times.
* To ensure that reasonable care is taken for the Health & Safety of yourself, other employees, guests and any other persons on the Hotel premises.
* Any other duties as directed by management.
A little bit about you:
* 1 year Food & Beverage experience desired
* Knowledge of drinks and cocktails preferred, but not essential
* Available to work mid-week shifts essential (& weekends when needed)
* Excellent customer service skills
* Ability to take initiative and anticipate customer needs
* Enjoy working in a fast paced environment
Why work with us?
* We have been certified as a Great Place to Work
* Achieved 'Excellent Employer' (Silver) Award as part of the Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme
* Complimentary use of Hodson Bay Hotel's Gym & Swimming Pool
* Career Development Opportunities
* Meals provided while on Duty
* Free Parking
* Hotel Discounts across the Hodson Bay Group
* Motivational Benefits - Employee of the Month etc
* Health & Wellness Programme
* Active Sports & Social Club
* Subsidized staff taxi service - Athlone town
As a member of the Hodson Bay Group, the Hodson Bay Hotel thrives in providing many development opportunities for motivated driven & efficient employee's across all our departments. As a people-centric hotel group, every day we aim to foster a positive team spirit and an enjoyable working environment. We encourage this through mutual respect & trust amongst colleagues. #J-18808-Ljbffr