Ready to Join a Fantastic Team in a Beautiful Location?
Make Your Next Career Move at One of Wicklow’s Leading 4-Star Hotels. If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the Arklow Bay Hotel story.
The Arklow Bay Hotel is a well-established 4-star hotel located in the charming seaside town of Arklow, Co. Wicklow, Ireland’s scenic Garden County. Centrally located within the county, we are ideally positioned near both Dublin and Wexford, with excellent rail and bus links, and are situated just off the N11 motorway for convenient access by car.
About Us
- 91 stylish guest rooms, many with scenic sea or reserve views
- Popular wedding and events destination – hosting up to 450 guests
- Two dining options: The Pottery Restaurant and Ferrybank Lounge
- Full leisure facilities: 18m pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna & gym
- On-site beauty rooms with a full range of treatments
Are you an experienced hospitality professional with a passion for delivering unforgettable guest experiences? Want to work somewhere with sea views, nature on your doorstep, and a supportive, dynamic team?
The Arklow Bay Hotel, nestled in Ireland’s stunning Garden County, is searching for a confident and proactive Duty Manager to join our leadership team. Just an hour from Dublin and Wexford with excellent transport links, this is a unique opportunity to grow your career in a picturesque coastal setting.
Overview:
This role is ideal for someone with a passion for service excellence, strong Food & Beverage leadership experience, and the operational confidence to ensure smooth coordination across all departments.
Your Role: Duty Manager (Senior)
As a key member of our management team, you’ll play a hands-on role in the day-to-day running of hotel operations, ensuring guests receive outstanding service from check-in to check-out. You'll work closely with all departments to ensure smooth coordination, clear communication, and a consistently high standard of service across the board.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee operations across key areas including Food & Beverage, Front Office, Housekeeping, and Conference & Banqueting
- Support the Front Office team in delivering a welcoming and professional first impression for all guests
- Assist with F&B service in the restaurant, bar, and event spaces, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
- Coordinate with sales and events teams to deliver seamless room setups, changeovers, and guest-focused event execution
- Conduct detailed checks of function spaces, ensuring setup, cleanliness, and equipment meet hotel standards
- Handle guest concerns or issues with urgency and professionalism
- Lead daily shift briefings, manage handover reports, and maintain clear and consistent departmental communication
- Ensure compliance with all health & safety, licensing, and hotel operating policies
What We’re Looking For:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Duty Manager role (4-star or above)
- Strong Food & Beverage background – including events and banqueting
- Solid working knowledge of Conference & Banqueting operations
- Front Office experience a strong plus
- Calm, solutions-driven, with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Flexible availability – evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Familiarity with hotel systems like Hotsoft is an advantage
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Ongoing training & career development opportunities
- Free on-site meals, gym and pool membership
- Free parking and staff discounts
- A chance to work in a beautiful setting beside a nature reserve a stones throw from the beach.
- Be part of a welcoming, collaborative team culture
- Regular team events and employee recognition initiatives
Ready to Elevate Your Hospitality Career?
If you thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step with Arklow Bay Hotel.
Salary depends on experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Hotel Duty Manager : 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
