Bar Manager - Lead Luxury Bar & Guest Experience

The Lodge at Ashford Castle - part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection; Connacht; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Staff accommodation discount

Annual staff events

Local discounts

Staff shuttle

Meals on duty

Dry cleaning of attire

Refer a friend bonus

Volunteer days

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

The Lodge at Ashford Castle in Ireland is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead the Quay Bar team in delivering exceptional guest experiences at a prestigious luxury destination.

You will inspire and develop the bar team, manage stock and standards, and collaborate with management to create innovative drinks and experiences for our guests. This role offers award-winning training, staff benefits and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Bar Manager or Assistant Manager in luxury hospitality.
• Ability to lead and develop a team delivering exceptional service.
• Passion for creating innovative drinks and trends.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and highly organized bar management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure prompt, professional, and personalized service for every guest with high standards.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of bartenders, ensuring menu knowledge and service quality.
• Develop knowledge of the menu, provide drink suggestions, and align with luxury hotel offerings.
• Collaborate with management to plan new ideas and trends for the bar.
• Oversee daily cleanliness, organisation, and stock levels; keep bar ready for service.
• Drive sales, meet financial targets, and contribute to overall bar success.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Menu knowledge

Team training

Job description

The Lodge at Ashford Castle in Ireland is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead the Quay Bar team in delivering exceptional guest experiences at a prestigious luxury destination.

You will inspire and develop the bar team, manage stock and standards, and collaborate with management to create innovative drinks and experiences for our guests. This role offers award-winning training, staff benefits and a supportive environment.