Hotel Restaurant & Bar Host

Castleknock Hotel; Leinster; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Complimentary uniforms

Employee discounts across all FBDS

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

Castleknock Hotel in Dublin 15 is seeking a friendly Host/Hostess to set the tone for guests' experience from arrival. You will greet guests, manage reservations, and coordinate with restaurant, bar and kitchen teams to ensure smooth seating and service.

Join a dynamic, award-winning team with flexible shifts and opportunities for progression. The role requires exceptional customer service, a warm personality, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a busy restaurant, hotel or retail environment.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with strong guest focus.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Flexible, including weekends, early starts and late finishes.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and professionalism.
• Manage reservations and seating.
• Collaborate closely with the restaurant, bar and Chef teams.
• Ensure a welcoming and organised atmosphere.
• Provide exceptional service during busy periods.
• Represent the hotel with pride and positivity.

Skills

Guest service

Reservations

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Job description

Location: On site / Diswellstown, Co. Dublin, D15 WNR7, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Front of House
Salary: Negotiable salary

Join Our Team! Castleknock Hotel isan award‑winning 4‑star hotel in Castleknock, Dublin 15 and proud member of FBD Hotels & Resorts. We are recruiting for friendly, energetic, and guest‑focused individuals to join our growing team. If you love creating great first impressions, enjoy a fast‑paced environment, and want to be part of a team that genuinely cares, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Work With Us?

At Castleknock Hotel, our team is at the heart of everything we do. We have been awarded – Failte Ireland Outstanding Employer Excellence, Irish Hotel Federation Expert Quality Employer, Great Place to Work, Best Workplace in Hospitality and the BE mark from Workbly along with a Gold award from the Irish Accommodation services Institute.

We’re guided by our core values:Think About the Guest Be Respectful Work As One Be the Best Own It & Deliver It

As a team member, you’ll enjoy many benefits, some are listed below:

• Competitive pay
• Free meals on duty
• Complimentary uniforms
• Employee discounts across all FBD Hotels & Resorts
• Employment opportunities across all FBDS Hotels & Resorts
• Employee recognition awards
• Employee Reward points / Social events
• Free gym membership / Discount in The Spa
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression
• Access to an EAP
• Access to the Castleknock Team Voice group

What the role is:

As a Host/Hostess, you will help set the tone for our guests’ experience from the moment they arrive. You’ll:

• Greet guests with warmth and professionalism
• Manage reservations and seating
• Collaborate closely with the restaurant, bar and Chef teams
• Ensure a welcoming and organised atmosphere
• Provide exceptional service and support during busy periods
• Represent the hotel with pride and positivity
• Think about the guest in everything you do

What you will bring to the team:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a busy restaurant, hotel, or retail environment
• A naturally friendly, outgoing personality
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
• Professional appearance and communication at all times
• Flexibility — including weekends, early starts, and late finishes
• A true team player who loves creating standout guest experiences

If you want to be part of a dynamic, progressive, award‑winning team, we’d love to hear from you.