We are currently looking for a Kitchen Porter to join the team at Ashford Castle.Who are we?
In choosing to join Ashford Castle, you become part of a significant piece of history, both of Ireland and the Red Carnation Hotel Collection.
Through the grand stone gates, a royal adventure begins.
This remarkable 800-year-old castle, widely recognised as Ireland's top hotel destination and once home to the Guinness family, is exceptional in every sense.
Discover exquisite interiors, delicious cuisine, a wealth of unique activities and a state-of-the-art spa.
The extraordinary characters of the castle passionately care about each and every guest experience.
Ashford Castle, voted No. 1 in Top 10 Resort Hotels in the UK and Ireland in Travel + Leisure 'World's Best' Awards 2020 and awarded Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide 2021 and retained in 2024.Key responsibilities of the Kitchen Porter will include:
• To ensure that the Kitchen areas are maintained in a safe, hygienic, healthy and hazard free manner
• Carry out cleaning duties as outlined in cleaning schedule and complete daily/weekly cleaning checklists for all cleaning tasks performedThe ideal candidate for the Kitchen Porter position should:
• Have a friendly & outgoing personality
• Be enthusiastic & flexible (may need to work 3 days to 4 days over 7 day period, inclusive of some weekends)
• Have good communication skills
• Have strong attention to detail
• Have the ability to handle busy situations and manage your workload effectivelyWhat's in it for you?
Professional, award winning training and development opportunitiesDiscounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel CollectionAnnual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition EventsDiscounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities)Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)Free meals on dutyComplimentary dry cleaning of business attireRecommend friend and family bonus schemeTwo paid volunteering days each yearHoliday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 daysHotel based recognition incentivesFree access to Employee Assistance Programme Join us in this incredible new opportunity
We are an equal opportunities employer.
The successful candidate must also be legally eligible to work in Ireland