We have a fantastic opportunity for a
Night Porter
to join our night team. Candidates must be available to work mid-week and weekends.
About us:
The Kilkenny River Court Hotel is a premier 4-star city centre hotel and is superbly located adjacent to the main shopping areas, theatres, entertainment, tourist attractions, Kilkenny's Medieval Mile, and Kilkenny Castle.
We are part of the Neville Hotel group, a family-owned Irish Hotel Group with six iconic hotels. Within the group are the 4* Royal Marine Hotel in Dun Laoghaire County Dublin, the 5* Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort in Wicklow, the 4* Kilkenny River Court Hotel, the 4* Tower Hotel & Leisure Centre in Waterford City, the 4* Ravenport Resort in Wexford, and Whites of Wexford.
The Candidate:
The ideal candidate for this role will be a confident, organised person who has excellent attention to detail, will be motivated and have good social and communication skills. They will also have a flexible attitude towards shift work as the role will involve working midweek and weekends.
The role: -
* Greet and assist late-night arrivals.
* Complete the relevant checklists including end-of-shift reports.
* Assist with the correct service of Restaurant/Bar menu and beverages.
* Prepare breakfast set-up.
* Ensure good level of product and local knowledge for guests when requested.
* Ensure that high standards of cleanliness and service are achieved in all areas.
* Ensure co-operation and compliance with all legislation relevant to your role such as fire safety.
* Adhere to health and safety regulations, addressing any potential hazards promptly.
* Preparation of conference rooms as detailed on function sheets.
* Conduct safety floor checks throughout the night.
* Ensuring public areas and grounds are cleaned and ready for the day team.
Key Skills & Qualifications: -
* Previous night-shift experience.
* Ability to work independently, demonstrating responsibility and reliability.
* Works calmly under pressure.
* Excellent organisation and attention-to-detail, especially during security checks.
* Great customer service and communication skills.
* Basic knowledge of computer systems is an advantage.
* Food and beverage service experience is desirable.
In return we offer excellent employee benefits including:
* Hotel B&B discounts across the group.
* 20% discount on bar & restaurant food in a sister property.
* Comp golf available on Druids Heath to all Neville Hotel Team Members (T's & C's apply)
* Promotion of bike to work scheme and other commuting to work incentives.
* Meals during shifts.
* Free onsite tea/coffee.
* Opportunities for career progression.
* Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year.
* Employee referral bonus (T&C's applies).
* If a Team Member books an overnight stay in any Neville Hotel, the company will provide the 2nd night free for any booking of two nights or more (T&C's applies).
* The chance for further career development and training opportunity.
Important Information:
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the Ireland full time. You will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.