We are currently recruiting for Conference & Banqueting Waiters to join our growing team here at Kilkea CastleDo you want to join a certified Great Place to Work? With over 90% of our Team saying theyre proud to work at Kilkea Castle Hotel, we pride ourselves on being an employer of choiceKilkea Castle Hotel is a 140 bedroom resort set on 180 acres of landscape, gardens and ancient woodland. This family-owned and managed estate offers a tranquil spa, a challenging 18-hole championship golf course and a world-class culinary experience.We are Great Place To Work 2024 certified and Georgina Campbells Four Star Hotel of the Year 2024.Our team members are the heart of our hotel and the core of our success, and we believe that by creating a positive and supportive environment, we can deliver outstanding service to our guests.Our mission is to provide exceptional guest experiences through excellent service, integrity while ensuring that every guest feels valued, safe, and at home.Job TitleConference & Banqueting WaiterReporting ToDirector of Conference & BanquetingJob DescriptionThe successful candidate will ensure a smooth and efficient running of the conference & banqueting department while maintaining agreed standards of customer service as well as setting up assigned function rooms, stations and tablesKey ResponsibilitiesSetting up assigned function rooms, stations and tablesRetrieve and serve alcoholic, non-alcoholic and food orders to guest tables according to hotel specifications and group requirement, courteously and efficientlyTake beverage orders and collect payments where specifiedMaintain cleanliness and condition of the work areas and equipmentTo carry out cash handling procedures in accordance with Company Policy.Adhere to strict Health & Safety standards to ensure well-being of guests and other team members.Be able to move and lift up to 16kg (women) and up to 25kg (men) as per safe manual handling guidelinesSkills/RequirementsMinimum 1 year experience in a similar conference & banqueting waiter rolePrevious bar experienceKnowledge of Food Hygiene RegulationsCash handling experience an advantageExcellent customer skills and communication skillsCommitted to delivering high levels of customer serviceExcellent grooming standardsFlexibility to respond to a range of different work situationsAbility to work on your own on as part of a teamAbility to serve alcohol as per current lawsBenefitsDiscounts across entire resortCompetitive hourly rateMeals while on dutyEmployee recognitionBike to Work schemeEmployee Assistance Programme and PRSA schemeContinuous training and developmentUniform provided*Gratuities*Kilkea Castle is an equal opportunities employerto relevant positions