Conference and Banqueting Manager

Kingsley Hotel; Municipal District of Cobh; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Risk Scheme

Educational programs funded by company

Dining discount up to 50%

Staff parking

Job summary

Kingsley Hotel is seeking an ambitious Food & Beverage professional to lead Conference and Banqueting across the resort, coordinating with the F&B Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The role emphasizes wedding and events management, staff training, and strong leadership to drive service excellence and revenue growth. On-site position with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in wedding and event management.
• Excellent knowledge of Food and Beverage (including wine).
• Excellent customer service and communication skills with ability to influence change.
• Extensive experience in F&B staff training, grooming, service etiquette.
• Leadership to motivate teams and achieve high performance.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the daily Conference and Banqueting operations across the resort.
• Generate new ideas for service and products to maintain competitive edge and revenue.
• Set up of all meeting and function suites and maintain standards of food, beverage, and service.
• Review staffing levels and room/station assignments for events.
• Coordinate with Kitchen, Housekeeping and Engineering to ensure high delivery standards.
• Organize weekly briefing with Conference and Banqueting team and Beverage Supervisors.

Skills

Event management

Food and Beverage knowledge

Customer service

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Grooming

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

3rd level Hospitality Diploma

Job description

Location: On site / Foaty, Fota Island Resort, Co. Cork, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Food and Beverage / Restaurant
Salary: Competitive salary

We are looking for an ambitious, dynamic & self-motivated Food & Beverage professional with experience in organising, directing, and managing the Conference and Banqueting function across the resort.

Working closely with the Resort Food and Beverage Manager to provide an exceptional and innovative guest experience.

The successful candidate will have a passion for Food and Beverage, motivational and energetic for this hands‑on role. If you think you have what it takes, we would like to hear from you.

Our commitment to you:

• Company Risk Scheme
• Company funded educational programs
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Discount on Dining options of up to 50%
• Reduction on accommodation rate for family and friends
• Discount for Spa treatments and products
• Use of Health Clubs
• Staff Dining Facilities
• Staff Parking

What we are looking for:

• Extensive experience in wedding and event management
• Excellent knowledge of Food and Beverage (including wine)
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication Skills and the ability to influence change
• Extensive experience in F&B staff training, knowledge and skills, grooming, customer service and service etiquette
• Experience with report writing, e-mailing, training plans, administration, table plans, menus, ordering,
• Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate the team to achieve a high level of performance and customer service
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Immaculate Grooming
• 3rd level Hospitality Diploma or equivalentdesirable
• Basic Computer Skills
• Management Soft Skills, Leadership and Delegation
• Event and Wedding Management

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and running of the daily Conference and Banqueting operations across the resort, giving support and guidance to fellow Food & Beverage personnel as well as monitor job performance to ensure a successful experience by our guests
• To generate new ideas for service and products that will maintain a competitive and leading edge over our competitive set and generate additional revenue
• Responsible for the appropriate and timely set up of all Meeting and Function suites while - maintaining standards of food, beverage, and service specifications
• Review all written communication, i.e., daily/weekly BEOs to determine appropriate staffing levels, room/station assignments, buffet décor and enhancements as they relate to Food & Beverage room set-ups.
• Communicate information to the kitchen and other supportive departments prior to and during service.
• Inspect and oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of all meeting and function suites
• Co-ordinate with Housekeeping and Engineering to ensure the highest level of product delivery.
• To organise weekly briefing with the Conference and Banqueting team and Beverage Supervisors to discuss and effectively cover all forthcoming events and review coverage of past week
• To ensure service briefings are carried out as appropriate regarding core standards (dress code, hygiene, serviceprocedure)