Role: Conference & Banqueting Manager
Location: Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland
Salary: €50,000-€55,000 (dependant on experience)
Work Schedule: Full flexibility – this is a full-time role, flexibility and shift work is required.
Accommodation: Available
Start Date: As soon as possible.
 
Overview and Opportunity

Achieve Hospitality are delighted to be supporting a luxury resort, which houses a championship golf course, state of the art training facilities, award winning spa & wellness facilities and impressive conference and banqueting facilities. Situated in County Kildare, they are keen for an experienced Conference & Banqueting Manager to join the team. 
 
Role Responsibilities

• Establishes high standards of service for personnel in all positions within the department.
• Reviews new techniques for product service and presentation to maximise guest satisfaction.
• Consults with the Sales & Events team to help ensure the highest level of guest satisfaction.
• Greets guests and oversees actual service on a consistent basis.
• Take full charge of the planning and implementing for special resort events and banquet functions.
• Ensures correct handling procedures to minimise China and glassware breakage and food waste.
• Ensures that effective orientation and training for new staff and professional development activities for experienced staff are planned and implemented.
• Develops on-going professional development and training programs for service personnel.
• Maintains appearance, upkeep and cleanliness of all banquet equipment and facilities.
• Ensure smooth running of the daily operation such as mise-en-place, sequence of service and breakdown/set up procedures.
• Ensures that the team actively creates Sparkle moments that are based on personalisation and creativity and promotes those. 
• Effectively & responsibly handles guests’ requests by adopting a “one-stop” approach. 
• Manage departmental Profit & Loss by controlling departmental expenses and by generating extra revenue.
• Prepare strategies, establishes effective goals, measurements and action plans for the department related to: Colleague Engagement, Guest Satisfaction, Leading Quality Assurance, ALL Loyalty program and financial results.

Candidate Requirements

• A real understanding of hotel operation.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent communication skills with excellent spoken & written English.
• Outgoing, bubbly and confidence in dealing with a range of customers.
• Previous hospitality experience in a similar role essential. 
• A structured and organised approach to work planning.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary €50,000 – €55,000 – (Dependent on Experience)
• Accommodation available
• Learning & Development Opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Meals & Uniforms Provided.
• Free Parking.
• Awards & Recognition Scheme.
• Strong team focus & team atmosphere.
• Employee Benefit Card offering discounted rates across the Group.

How to Apply
 
To apply for this role, please send your CV to laura.iveson@achievehospitality.com