Food & Beverage Supervisor

Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel; Maynooth; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Uniform provided

Free parking

Employee discount

Job summary

Carton House, a five-star resort and the first Fairmont in Ireland, is seeking an experienced F&B Supervisor to lead our Food & Beverage team across outlets. You will deliver exceptional service, motivate staff, and ensure smooth operations during shifts.

You will uphold luxury standards, manage stock and cash handling, mentor colleagues, and contribute to upselling initiatives. Fluency in English and a proactive approach are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory experience in Food & Beverage
• Experience in 4- or 5-star hotel or luxury hospitality
• Strong communication and English proficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Food & Beverage team during shifts, ensuring high service standards across outlets.
• Welcome and engage with guests in a warm, professional manner to create memorable experiences.
• Support F&B Management in day-to-day operations for smooth service delivery.
• Maintain departmental standards and compliance with hotel policies and luxury service expectations.
• Ensure effective stock control and assist with inventory management to minimize waste.
• Demonstrate knowledge of menus, wines, cocktails, and promotions.
• Drive revenue through upselling and enhancing guest experience.
• Handle guest feedback and resolve issues promptly, escalating when needed.
• Ensure accurate cash handling and billing procedures in line with policies.
• Motivate, coach, and develop team members; participate in training and onboarding.
• Prepare shift reports and communicate handovers between shifts.
• Adhere to health, safety, hygiene, and licensing regulations.

Skills

F&B supervision

Team leadership

Upselling

Guest service

Job description

A five-star career awaits at Carton House!

We invite you to begin your next career chapter at Carton House - a storied and dynamic five-star resort destination and the first and only member of the Fairmont Hotel collection in Ireland.

Nurturing a working environment built on fairness, inclusivity, and growth for all team members, we deliver the highest standard of service, turning moments into memories for all of our guests.

We are currently recruiting an F&B Supervisor to join our excellent Food & Beverage team at Carton House.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Food & Beverage team during shifts, ensuring the highest standards of service are consistently delivered across all outlets.


• Welcome and engage with guests in a warm, professional, and courteous manner, ensuring an exceptional and memorable guest experience at all times.


• Support the Food & Beverage Management team in the day-to-day operation of the department, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery.


• Monitor and maintain departmental standards, ensuring compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and luxury hospitality service expectations.


• Ensure effective stock control procedures are implemented and maintained, assisting with inventory management and minimizing wastage.


• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all food and beverage offerings, including menus, daily specials, ingredients, wines, cocktails, and promotional activities.


• Drive revenue growth through effective upselling and the promotion of food and beverage offerings, while enhancing the overall guest experience.


• Handle guest feedback and resolve service issues promptly and professionally, escalating concerns where appropriate.


• Ensure all cash handling and billing procedures are carried out accurately and in accordance with company policies.


• Motivate, coach, and support team members, fostering a positive working environment and encouraging continuous development.


• Assist with training and onboarding of new team members, ensuring they understand service standards and operational procedures.


• Complete shift reports and communicate effectively with management and colleagues to ensure seamless handovers between shifts.


• Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and licensing regulations at all times.

Key requirements

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a supervisory Food & Beverage role within a 4-star or 5-star hotel or luxury hospitality environment.


• Strong understanding of hotel Food & Beverage operations and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.


• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team in a fast-paced environment.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with fluent spoken and written English.


• Strong organizational skills with a structured and proactive approach to work planning and problem-solving.


• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and make sound decisions under pressure.


• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high service standards.


• Strong knowledge of cash handling procedures, stock control, and departmental administration.


• Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.


• Professional appearance and a positive attitude with a strong focus on guest satisfaction.

Why work for Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel?

• To be part of Accor's large global hospitality network.


• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor Hotels worldwide.


• Refer a Friend bonus of €250.


• Learning and development opportunities.


• Employee Assistance Programme.


• Strong team focus and team atmosphere.


• Meals and uniform are provided.


• Free parking.


• Team-building and social events organised throughout the year in line with our successful Awards and Recognition Scheme.


• Training is provided both on-the-job and through organised training seminars with both internal and external trainers.

Data Retention

Please note that all applications and CV's submitted for a role at Carton House will be kept on file for a period of 12 months.

Should you not wish for your data to be held following the closure of the application process then we would ask that you please make note of this when submitting your application.

Kind Regards,

The People & Culture Team

Carton House