About Us
Avalon House Hotel is a 4-star boutique property in Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny, celebrated for our warm hospitality, vibrant food & beverage offering, and unforgettable guest experiences. We're a hands-on, people-focused team that values professionalism, collaboration, and creativity.
It's an exciting time to join us — with plans to develop additional bedrooms the coming year, Avalon House Hotel is growing, and so are the opportunities for ambitious hospitality professionals to grow with us.
The Role
We're seeking a passionate and driven Hotel Duty Manager to lead our team and oversee the smooth running of daily operations across our Food & Beverage outlets and Rooms Division.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and has the leadership skills to inspire a team while delivering exceptional guest service. It may also suit a talented Supervisor ready to take the next step in their career and gain broader management experience.
What You'll Do
* Lead and support the team on shift, ensuring standards are consistently met across all areas.
* Step in to assist different departments, keeping operations seamless and efficient.
* Take ownership of guest satisfaction — from managing requests to resolving challenges and creating memorable moments.
* Motivate, coach, and develop team members, encouraging accountability and growth.
* Ensure compliance with health & safety, operational, and brand standards.
* Represent Avalon House Hotel with professionalism when engaging with guests, suppliers, and stakeholders.
What We're Looking For
* Minimum 2 years' hotel operations experience, ideally with exposure to both Food & Beverage.
* Strong leadership skills: confident in setting standards, guiding teams, and leading by example.
* Excellent communication, problem-solving, and guest relations abilities.
* Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What We Offer
We know great teams build great hotels — that's why we look after our people. You'll enjoy:
* Competitive salary: €29,000 – €36,000 DOE
* Tips on top of salary
* Employee discounts on food & accommodation
* Free meals on duty
* On-site parking
* Flexitime where possible
* Bike-to-work scheme
* Staff events and recognition initiatives
* Real opportunities for career progression in a growing hotel with expansion plans
Why Apply?
This isn't just another Duty Manager role — it's a chance to step into a leadership position in a hotel that's expanding and evolving. At Avalon House Hotel, your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and no two days are ever the same.
If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career — whether moving up from a supervisory role or looking for fresh challenges in management — we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: 8-hour shifts, day & evenings, including weekends
Work Location: On-site (Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €29,000.00-€36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Employee discount
* Food allowance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person