Director of Operations

Thelodgeac; Ireland; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Ireland is seeking a passionate and innovative Director of Operations. The role involves leading operational departments, ensuring exceptional guest service, and managing budgets. The ideal candidate will have a Hospitality Degree and a minimum of 2 years experience in an Operations or Food and Beverage Management role. This position offers professional training, discounted accommodation, free meals on duty, and opportunities for recognition and development.

Benefits

Professional training and development opportunities

Discounted accommodation rates

Annual Staff Appreciation Party

Discounted rates with local businesses

Heavily subsidised accommodation

Free meals on duty

Complimentary dry cleaning

Employee recognition incentives

Paid volunteering days

Increasing holiday allowance up to 25 days

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Operations or Food and Beverage Management role.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English is required.
• Ability to manage staff training, rosters, financial reporting, and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Lead all operational departments with a focus on Food & Beverage.
• Ensure high standards of guest service across the hotel.
• Manage budgets, P&L performance, and key operational projects.

Skills

Hospitality knowledge

Food & Beverage management

Team leadership

Cost control

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Hospitality Degree

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and innovative Director of Operations to join our team at The Lodge at Ashford Castle, part of Red Carnation Hotels.

Who are we?

The Lodge at Ashford Castle is sitting within the magnificent 350 acre estate of Ashford Castle, this property overlooks magical Lough Corrib. Originally built in 1865, The Lodge offers country house charm, fine dining in Wilde's Restaurant and an exceptional range of estate activities. One of Ireland's finest wedding destinations, pairing warm Irish hospitality with a modern appeal.

Your Key Responsibilities As Director Of Operations Include

• Leading and supporting all operational departments, with a focus on Food & Beverage.
• Ensuring high standards and exceptional guest service across the hotel.
• Overseeing daily operations and assisting during key service periods.
• Managing team development, performance and training.
• Overseeing budgets, P&L performance and key operational projects.

What are we looking for in a Director Of Operations?

• Hospitality Degree or higher.
• Have a minimum of 2 years experience in an Operations or Food and Beverage Management role.
• Possess a strong knowledge and passion for food, beverage and banqueting, rooms and front office.
• Strong ability to manage all cost controls e.g. food cost, labour etc.
• Experience of staff training, rotas, financial reporting, stock control and ordering.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Good ability to handle pressurised situations and busy periods.
• Flexible, innovative, motivated, adaptable and driven individual.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.

What's in it for you?

• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities.
• Discounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection.
• Annual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events.
• Discounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities).
• Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability).
• Free meals on duty.
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire.
• Recommend friend and family bonus scheme.
• Two paid volunteering days each year.
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days.
• Hotel based recognition incentives.
• Free access to Employee Assistance Programme.

Join us in this incredible new opportunity!

We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate must also be legally eligible to work in Ireland.