Bar Assistant Manager

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Dún Laoghaire; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health club membership

Spa discounts

Bike to work

Employee discounts

Staff meals

Free parking

Company events

Career development

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd in Dublin, Ireland, is seeking an experienced Bar/Restaurant Manager to oversee daily hotel F&B operations on-site. You will lead the team, manage service excellence, drive financial targets, and ensure guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of bar management experience in hotels in Ireland, with proven leadership in rostering, stock control and cash handling. A hands-on leader focused on guest experience and service standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Bar Management experience in hotels in Ireland.
• Experience managing busy Food & Beverage operations, events including large conferences and banquets.
• Proven management experience in rostering, ordering, stocktaking, tills and cash management.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily management of restaurant and bar operations while ensuring exceptional service standards.
• Lead, support and supervise F&B team during service.
• Ensure high standard of customer service and guest care at all times.
• Conduct regular team briefings and communicate service expectations and updates.
• Train, coach and develop team members to maintain service standards.
• Monitor team performance and provide ongoing feedback to meet objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, HACCP, health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Team rostering

Stock control

Cash handling

Guest service

Tools

Cash register / POS

Job description

Location: On site / Dublin, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Food and Beverage / Restaurant
Annual Salary range:from € 35,000.00 to € 37,000.00

Job Purpose

To assist in the successful management of the hotel's bar and restaurant operations by supporting the team, maintaining service excellence, achieving financial targets and ensuring guest satisfaction at all times.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily management of restaurant and bar operations while ensuring the team consistently delivers exceptional service standards.
• Lead, support and supervise Food & Beverage team members during service, ensuring duties are carried out efficiently and professionally.
• Ensure all team members provide a high standard of customer service and guest care at all times.
• Conduct regular team briefings and communicate service expectations, promotions, and operational updates.
• Train, coach and develop team members to maintain hotel service standards and encourage professional growth.
• Monitor team performance and provide ongoing feedback to ensure objectives and standards are achieved.
• Ensure the team follows all company policies, procedures, HACCP, health & safety and licensing regulations.
• Oversee staff deployment during shifts to ensure efficient service delivery and guest satisfaction.
• Ensure team members maintain cleanliness, presentation and operational standards throughout all restaurant and bar areas.
• Motivate the team to maximise sales opportunities through effective upselling and promotion of food, beverage and hotel services.
• Monitor and support the team in managing guest feedback and resolving complaints professionally and efficiently.
• Ensure all team members follow cash handling, stock control and inventory procedures accurately.
• Work closely with the management team to create a positive, productive and collaborative working environment.
• Lead by example through a hands-on approach to service and operational excellence.

Experience/Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years Bar Management experience in Hotels in Ireland
• Experience in managing busy Food and Beverage operations, Outlets, Events, Meetings, including large Conferences, Weddings, banquets etc
• Must have proven Management experience in rostering, ordering, stocktaking, tills and cash management
• Must display effective leadership and team management abilities

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a supervisory role within a hotel Food & Beverage department and will be an effective leader with a proven ability to build, motivate and develop teams. They will be responsible for ensuring that both they and their team consistently deliver exceptional guest experiences, achieve departmental objectives and maintain the highest standards of service, presentation and operational excellence.

In return, we also offer excellent employee benefits including:

• Complimentary Health Club Membership
• Discounted Spa treatments and Products
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee discounts on food, beverage and accommodation within the group.
• Staff meals while on duty.
• Complimentary parking.
• Company events and recognition programmes.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Opportunities for progression within the business.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

We value and thank you for your enquiry. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the Ireland full time. You will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.