Duty Manager
The Plaza Hotel, Tallaght
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Job summary
Windward Management's McWilliam Park Hotel on Kilcolman Road is seeking a Duty Manager to ensure guests receive high levels of service and safety across all areas.
The role requires 2 years of management experience in a similar sized property, excellent English, strong organisational and communication skills, and familiarity with Food & Beverage operations. The hotel offers a very competitive salary and extensive benefits.
Qualifications
- 2 years of management experience in a similar sized property.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Excellent organisation and communication skills.
- Food and Beverage experience a distinct advantage.
- Strong commercial and business knowledge an advantage.
- Resilient and capable of working under pressure a distinct advantage.
Responsibilities
- To ensure that each department is running to standard, all staff are on duty and informed of the daily business activities.
- To monitor hotel functions and review function sheet daily, noting any changes or amendments.
- To chair the daily 11am meeting that informs all HODs of the days’ business.
- To monitor and ensure that all public areas of the hotel are routinely cleaned; liaising and coordinating as necessary with accommodation team to achieve ensure this is actioned.
- To ensure the car park and grounds are kept free of litter and obstructions.
- To ensure that all staff in each department comply with all appropriate standards.
- To ensure that all maintenance issues are recorded, scheduled and addressed in a timely fashion, liaising and coordinating with maintenance in relation to all issues, reporting those you have addressed as well as those that require further actions.
- To ensure all corridors and public areas are kept free from trays and dirty glasses
- To conduct a daily fire walk while on duty, enter all reports in the Fire Register
Skills
Education
Job description
McWilliam Park Hotel, Kilcolman Road
Join our fabulous team in McWilliam Park Hotel as a
The Duty Manager’s key purpose is to ensure that guests in all areas of the hotel are receiving highest levels of service and safety at all times. The Duty Manager supports all departments, ensuring all departments are running smoothly at all times.
The McWilliam Park Hotel is a Failte Ireland approved luxurious four-star hotel. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, making it a popular hotel for celebrating special occasions like weddings or to enjoy a romantic break or family getaway.
The hotel boasts 103 comfortable large sized hotel bedrooms, a leisure club (Evolve Health & Fitness) with a fully equipped gym, an indoor heated swimming pool and children’s pool.
- To ensure that each department is running to standard, all staff are on duty and informed of the daily business activities.
- To monitor hotel functions and review function sheet daily, noting any changes or amendments.
- To chair the daily 11am meeting that informs all HODs of the days’ business.
- To monitor and ensure that all public areas of the hotel are routinely cleaned; liaising and coordinating as necessary with accommodation team to achieve ensure this is actioned.
- To ensure the car park and grounds are kept free of litter and obstructions.
- To ensure that all staff in each department comply with all appropriate standards.
- To ensure that all maintenance issues are recorded, scheduled and addressed in a timely fashion, liaising and coordinating with maintenance in relation to all issues, reporting those you have addressed as well as those that require further actions.
- To ensure all corridors and public areas are kept free from trays and dirty glasses
- To conduct a daily fire walk while on duty, enter all reports in the Fire Register
- Third level qualification an advantage
- 2 years of management experience in a similar sized property
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- Food and Beverage Experience a distinct advantage
- Strong commercial and business knowledge an advantage
- Resilient and capable of working under pressure a distinct advantage
- Very competitive salary
- PRSA pension scheme
- Career progression opportunities across the Windward group
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Digital Wellness Programme
- Complimentary, high quality meals on duty including breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Complimentary barista-style coffee
- Discounted room & dining rates in Windward properties for you as well as friends and family
- Refer-a-friend scheme
- Training and development opportunities dedicated to your development
- Employee awards & staff recognition scheme including employee of the month, long service awards, team recognition days and random treat days
- Cycle-to-work scheme
McWilliam Park Hotel is managed by Windward Management. Windward Management is a team of highly experienced hotel operators and investors with a hotel portfolio of approx. 2,000 employees in Ireland and Continental Europe. Founded in 2007, Windward is a leading hospitality management company, managing and operating hotels on behalf of their owners.
Since its inception in 2007, Windward Management Limited has built a reputation for excellence in hotel management. With headquarters in Dublin, the company provides tailored solutions for hotel owners, including operations, marketing, and financial management. Windward's team is driven by a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences while ensuring each property achieves its full potential. Recognized for its dedication to innovation and operational success, the company is equally committed to investing in its people. Professionals joining Windward Management will become part of a supportive and dynamic environment, with abundant opportunities to grow and excel within a thriving sector.
At Windward Management, people are at the heart of success. The company nurtures a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. Employees are empowered to innovate and contribute to meaningful outcomes while enjoying a strong focus on work-life balance. Windward fosters professional growth through tailored development opportunities, ensuring each team member can achieve their career aspirations. This positive, inclusive workplace values individual contributions, encourages open communication, and celebrates success collectively. For hospitality professionals seeking a rewarding career in an environment where their efforts truly matter, Windward Management offers an exceptional opportunity to thrive.
Saturday 31st October, 2026
fulltime
Based on Experience
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