An exciting opportunity now exists for an ambitious Breakfast Manager to join our lovely team here at Hodson Bay Hotel.
This is a fantastic senior management position for someone that loves everything about Food & Beverage!
The Hodson Bay Hotel is part of the Hodson Bay Group, and we are delighted to be part of the Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme. Hodson Bay Group was certified as A Great Place to Work. With over 900 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.
As part of the Hotel Management team you will be responsible for effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the Breakfast & Lunch services whilst ensuring our guests have a positive experience. You will lead and motivate the Food & Beverage Team to deliver outstanding levels of service.
We work together as a team to ensure that we exceed guest expectations every time. We do this by ensuring the highest standards of products are on offer and by achieving excellent service standards at all times. Exceeding guest expectations is part of our service culture and as part of the Management team you will have a strong customer focus; you will meet and greet guests, respond to queries and oversee the smooth running of the Octagon and L’Escale Restaurant.
You will also enjoy the benefits of working with Hodson Bay Group which will open up a whole new world of opportunity, learning and benefits.
Responsibilities
Day to day running of the Breakfast & Lunch services
Lead a team of Food & Beverage Assistants, Supervisors and Assistant Managers
Take every opportunity to maximize revenue
Meeting & greeting guests
Exceeding Customer service expectations at all levels
To be responsible for the day to day queries, complaints and issues that arise during service
Maintaining high standards of detail at every level
HACCP Controls
Maintain and audit hygiene levels
Maintain and audit food quality levels with Chef
To ensure cash/vouchers and all forms of payment are handled in a secure and responsible manner
Management of Rosters
Performance management
Recruitment and selection
Requirements
A Minimum of 1 years experience at Manager level in a similar environment
Possess Strong Leadership qualities
Excellent communication, organisation & people management skills
Ability to train new & existing staff
Have an excellent knowledge of Food and Beverage & a strong eye for detail
Possess the ability to perform under pressure & be proficient in spoken & written English
Availability to work 5 over 7 days
Why work with us?
We have been certified as a Great Place to Work® in 2025
Achieved ‘Excellent Employer’ (Gold ) Award as part of the Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme
39 Hour Working Week
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
Subsidised staff taxi service – From 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.
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