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Food and Beverage Operations Manager
The Heights Hotel Killarney —Killarney, County Kerry
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Great Southern Killarney —Killarney, County Kerry
- €38,000–€42,000 a year
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PREM Group —Killarney, County Kerry
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
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The Eviston Collection —Killarney, County Kerry
- From €16 an hour
- Weekend availability
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- English
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- Employee discount
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Park Hotel Kenmare —Kenmare, County Kerry
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Park Hotel Kenmare —Kenmare, County Kerry
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Park Hotel Kenmare —Kenmare, County Kerry
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Relais & Chateaux —Kenmare, County Kerry
- Weekend availability
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Breakfast & Afternoon Lounge Manager
Sheen Falls Lodge —Kenmare, County Kerry
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- Employee discount
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
The Europe Hotel & Resort —Killarney, County Kerry
- Full-time
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Park Hotel Kenmare —Kenmare, County Kerry
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Park Hotel Kenmare —Kenmare, County Kerry
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O Donnabhain Bar & Guesthouse Kenmare —Kenmare, County Kerry
- €30,000–€40,000 a year
- Full-time
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Food and Beverage Operations Manager

The Heights Hotel Killarney -
Killarney, County Kerry

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Job details

Full-time
6 days ago

Qualifications

Hospitality
Pricing
Continuous improvement
POS
Budgeting
Leadership
Communication skills
Hotel experience

Full job description

Food & Beverage Operations Manager

Department: Food & Beverage
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Role Overview

The Food & Beverage Operations Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of all F&B outlets, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while delivering strong financial performance.

This role requires a commercially minded operator who can balance service excellence with cost control, team development, and revenue growth. The successful candidate will lead by example on the floor while driving standards, profitability, and innovation across the department.

Key Responsibilities1. Operational Leadership

Oversee the day-to-day operations of all F&B outlets (restaurant, bar, lounge, breakfast, carvery, events & banqueting).
Ensure consistent delivery of service standards aligned with brand positioning.
Lead daily briefings and ensure smooth service execution across all outlets.
Drive continuous improvement in guest experience and operational efficiency.

2. Financial & Commercial Performance

Manage departmental budgets and forecasts.
Control payroll in line with revenue, maintaining target payroll percentages.
Monitor and improve key KPIs including:
Revenue per available seat
Average spend per guest
Gross profit margins
Wage cost percentages
Lead menu engineering initiatives in collaboration with the Head Chef.
Analyse competitor pricing and positioning.
Identify opportunities to increase spend (e.g., breakfast, brunch, upselling, premium beverage offerings).

3. Team Leadership & Development

Recruit, train and develop F&B team members.
Ensure managers are rostered effectively before additional staffing.
Conduct performance reviews and regular 1:1s.
Foster a positive, accountable, high-performance culture.
Implement structured SOPs and service training programmes.

4. Guest Experience

Ensure exceptional service delivery at all times.
Handle guest feedback and complaints promptly and professionally.
Monitor online reviews and implement corrective action where required.
Be visible and present during peak service periods.

5. Compliance & Standards

Ensure full compliance with HACCP, health & safety regulations, and licensing laws.
Maintain cleanliness and presentation standards across all outlets.
Ensure stock control procedures and waste management systems are adhered to.
Oversee ordering, stock rotation, and inventory management.

6. Events & Banqueting Oversight

Collaborate with Sales & Events team to ensure seamless execution of functions.
Ensure accurate BEO communication to operational teams.
Deliver profitable weddings, corporate events, and private functions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Departmental revenue growth
Gross profit margin improvement
Payroll cost control (target % of revenue)
Guest satisfaction scores & online reviews
Reduction in waste and stock loss
Staff retention & engagement levels

Candidate ProfileExperience

Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a senior F&B leadership role.
Experience in a 4-star hotel or high-volume restaurant environment.
Proven track record in driving revenue and managing costs.
Experience overseeing multiple outlets.

Skills & Competencies

Strong commercial acumen.
Excellent leadership and people management skills.
Financial literacy (budgeting, forecasting, P&L analysis).
High attention to detail.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
Hands-on operational mindset.
Passion for hospitality and guest experience.

Desirable

Experience with POS systems and stock management software.
Wine & beverage knowledge.
Experience in menu engineering and pricing strategy.

What Success Looks Like

Profitable outlets operating within budget.
Engaged, well-trained team delivering consistent service.
Strong online reputation.
A vibrant, commercially successful F&B offering aligned with the hotel’s brand positioning.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

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