Overview
Location: Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, Maynooth Road
Join our fabulous team at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa as a Kitchen Porter. Reporting to the Executive Head Chef, the Kitchen Porter assists in providing the highest standards of food hygiene in a customer-focused environment.
About Us
Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa is a luxury estate, nestled in 21 acres of Meath countryside. The Georgian mansion was originally built in 1764 and is part of the TMR Hotel Collection under Windward Management. The group includes Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort, Harvey’s Point, Mount Wolseley and Aghadoe Heights. Windward Management offers great opportunities for growth & progression in your hospitality career.
Role & Responsibilities
All our team pride themselves on exceptional guest service and exceeding service standards. Your role will include:
* Using an industrial dishwasher to clean restaurant crockery and cutlery
* Lifting and carrying loads
* Cleaning cooking equipment & utensils
* Cleaning inside of walk-in fridges
* Cleaning walls and benches in the kitchen
* Maintaining a clean environment in the kitchen
* Emptying bins
* Being available for late night shifts
* Having a minimum availability of 30 hours per week for up to 5 shifts across 7 days
Requirements
About The Role
* Prior experience working in a large kitchen is a bonus
* Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment
* Strong ability to work efficiently and manage busy periods
* Self-motivated and enthusiastic
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Must be available to work a mixture of weekday and weekend shifts
* Must be available to work full time
Perks & Benefits
We offer the below to all team members:
* A welcoming & supportive team environment
* Opportunities for development within the Hotel & wider Windward Group
* Meal on duty
* Refer a friend scheme
* Staff discounts throughout the Hotel & its sister properties
* Complimentary car parking
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Digital Wellness Programme
* Competitive salary & hourly rates
* Team awards & recognition scheme including employee of the month, long service awards, team recognition days & random treat days
About Windward Management
Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa is managed by Windward Management, a team of experienced hotel operators and investors with a portfolio of around 2,000 keys in Ireland and Continental Europe. Founded in 2007, Windward provides hotel operations, marketing and financial management solutions and is committed to investing in its people.
Company Culture
Windward Management values respect, collaboration and excellence. The company supports innovation, work-life balance and professional growth through tailored development opportunities. It offers a positive, inclusive workplace and opportunities to thrive in hospitality.
Required Criteria
* Must be available to work a mixture of weekday and weekend shifts
* Candidate must have a strong level of English
* Candidate must be able to work morning and evening shifts in addition to public holidays
Desired Criteria
* Prior experience working in a large kitchen
Closing Date: Tuesday 14th October, 2025
Contract Type: fulltime
Salary: Based on Experience
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