Location:
On site / Maynooth, Co.
Kildare, Ireland
job type:
Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector:
Hospitality | Food and Beverage / Restaurant
Salary:
Negotiable Salary
A five-star career awaits at Carton House.
We invite you to begin your next career chapter at Carton House – a storied and dynamic five-star resort destination and the first and only member of the Fairmont Hotel collection in Ireland.
Nurturing a working environment built on fairness, inclusivity, and growth for all team members, we deliver the highest standard of service, turning moments into memories for all of our guests.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced
Director of Food & Beverage
to join our team at Carton House.
Key Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Implement and maintain the highest standard operating procedures for all food services.
Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and guest satisfaction.
Sets and clearly communicates the strategic direction for the Food & Beverage department in coordination with Hotel Manager and Executive Chef.
Work closely with Food & Beverage management team to achieve required targets in relation to payroll and GP percentages.
Work under pressure and be able to maintain all administrative elements required of the role such as scheduling, gross margins, labour margins, performance management and recruitment.
Oversee the hotel's conference and events operations
Provide the highest and most efficient level of service expected by the guest.
Ensure each outlet is staffed sufficiently.
Oversee all restaurant functions and your team throughout the service.
Brief team and ensuring outlets are set to the required standard.
Set performance goals, conduct regular evaluations, and provide guidance for professional development.
Resolve staff and customer concerns quickly and efficiently.
Develop and manage the F&B budget in line with forecasts.
The successful candidate will:
Bachelor Degree in Hospitality Management
3-5 years experience in a similar role in a 5 star resort.
Full flexibility – this is a full-time role, flexibility and shift work is required.
A real understanding of hotel operation.
Service oriented with an eye for details, passion and innovative for Food & Beverage
Ability to work on own initiative.
Excellent communication skills with excellent spoken & written English.
Outgoing, bubbly and confidence in dealing with a range of customers.
A structured and organized approach to work planning.
Why work for Carton House, a Fairmont managed hotel
To be part of Accor's large global hospitality network.
Additional annual leave with service.
Refer a Friend bonus of €250.
Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor Hotels worldwide.
Learning and development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Strong team focus and team atmosphere.
Meals and uniform are provided.
Free parking.
Social events organised throughout the year in line with our successful Awards and Recognition Scheme.
Training is provided both on-the-job and through organised training seminars with both internal and external trainers.
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