Bar Staff

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Killeany; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global staff room rates

Complimentary bus service

Subsidized after-hours taxi service

50% off Food and 25% Beverage

Accrued Annual Leave with Service

Meals on shift

Bike to work scheme

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Dean Group is seeking experienced Bar Staff for Glasson Lakehouse in Ireland. This permanent role can be full or part-time and involves delivering exceptional bar service across multiple venues within the hotel and events team.

You’ll mix drinks, maintain bar presentation, and ensure guest satisfaction with a focus on safety and licensing compliance. Ideal candidates have strong communication, cocktail knowledge, and a flexible schedule to cover evenings, late nights, weekends and events.

Qualifications

• Previous high-volume bar experience is preferred.
• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken.
• Able to work evenings, weekends and event shifts.
• Cocktail knowledge and/or barista skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bar service across lounge, restaurant and events.
• Prepare and serve drinks to brand standards.
• Maintain a clean, well-presented bar area at all times.
• Engage guests with friendly, professional service and product knowledge.
• Handle cash and POS transactions accurately.

Skills

Bar staff experience

Strong communication

Fluent English

Cocktail knowledge

Barista skills

Flexible schedule

Tools

POS system

Job description

Glassan, Glasson, Co. Westmeath, Ireland

Overview

Application

Bar Staff

Permanent

Full or part-time

At Dean Group, we reimagine hospitality with character, not conformity. Founded in Dublin and now growing across Europe and the US, we create hotels shaped by personality, culture, and a heart-led hustle. Each of our hotels, restaurants, bars and gyms tells its own story, brought to life through humble hospitality and genuine human connection. Our people are at the centre of it all. They show up with individuality, warmth and curiosity, shaping who we are and how guests experience our hotels every day. We welcome fresh thinking and imagination, because playing it safe never made anything unforgettable.

We’re currently seeking experienced Bar Staff to join the team at Glasson Lakehouse. If you are passionate about exceptional customer service and have previous experience in a busy hotel or bar then we would love to hear from you!

Key Areas

• Delivering excellent bar service across lounge, restaurant, and event operations
• Preparing, mixing, and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to brand standards
• Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and presentation of the bar at all times
• Engaging guests in a friendly, professional manner and providing product knowledge when required
• Supporting stock rotation and accurate handling of cash and POS transactions
• Demonstrating flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and events as scheduled
• Upholding health, safety, hygiene, and licensing standards in all bar areas

Job Purpose

The Bar Staff role is central to the smooth operation of the bar, ensuring all guests receive a warm welcome and high-quality service. This position requires strong communication skills, product knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Whether preparing classic cocktails, recommending wines, or managing busy event service, the Bar Staff will consistently deliver an exceptional guest experience while supporting the wider Food & Beverage team.

Guest-Focused Service Delivery

• Greet and serve guests promptly, ensuring professional and friendly engagement
• Prepare and serve drinks accurately, maintaining consistency and presentation standards
• Anticipate guest needs and deliver attentive, memorable service
• Handle queries or complaints calmly, finding solutions with a guest-first mindset

Operational Excellence

• Ensure bar areas are clean, stocked, and well-presented at all times
• Support opening and closing procedures including setup, breakdown, and cleaning
• Monitor stock levels, assist with deliveries, and ensure proper rotation of products
• Accurately process orders, payments, and maintain POS system integrity
• Work closely with colleagues in bar, restaurant, and events to ensure smooth service flow
• Contribute to team briefings and support cross-functional service when required
• Share product knowledge and assist in training new staff members

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and manual handling procedures
• Ensure responsible service of alcohol and compliance with licensing laws
• Report maintenance issues, breakages, or incidents promptly to management
• Maintain grooming and presentation standards in line with company brand

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a high-volume bar, pub, restaurant, or hotel environment desirable
• Strong communication skills with fluent English (both spoken and written)
• Well-presented, confident, and able to remain calm under pressure
• Cocktail knowledge or barista skills an advantage
• Flexible availability including evenings, late nights, weekends, and events
• Eligible to work in Ireland
• Global discounted staff room rates across the group
• Complimentary bus service to and from the hotel
• Subsidized after-hours taxi service
• 50% off Food and 25% Beverage across the group
• Accrued Annual Leave with Service
• Friends and Family discount
• Continual training and development
• Career progression within the Group
• Gratuities *
• Meals on shift
• Bike to work scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Wellness at work events and access to wellness platform
• Employment Assistance Programme
• Group discounts for cinema tickets, shopping deals etc
• Service recognition
• Regular funfilled activities and gatherings for all teams across the group

*Applicable to certain positions

Dean Group owns and operates a number of hotel across Ireland, in certain instances we may feel your skills and experience may suit another role we have available. By submitting your application, you are permitting Dean Group to contact you for other opportunities within the Group