We are currently recruiting for a Full-Time Breakfast Manager to join our growing team here at Kilkea Castle.
Kilkea Castle Hotel is a 140-bedroom resort set on 180 acres of landscape, gardens and ancient woodland. This family-owned and managed estate offers a tranquil spa, a challenging 18-hole championship golf course and a world-class culinary experience. We are proud to be Great Place to Work Certified 2026, recognised among the Best Workplaces in Hospitality 2026, and awarded Best in Class through the IHF Quality Employer Programme
Our team members are the heart of our hotel and the core of our success, and we believe that by creating a positive and supportive environment, we can deliver outstanding service to our guests.
Our mission is to provide exceptional guest experiences through excellent service, integrity while ensuring that every guest feels valued, safe, and at home.
Job Title:
Breakfast Manager
Reporting to:
F&B Outlets Manager
Job Description:
As the F&B Breakfast Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and leadership of the breakfast operation, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, efficient service delivery, and high operational standards. You will lead and develop the breakfast team, oversee daily operations, manage labour and costs, and ensure compliance with company standards and health and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily breakfast operation, ensuring a smooth and high-quality guest experience.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the breakfast team.
- Maintain exceptional service, presentation, cleanliness, and food quality standards.
- Manage team scheduling in line with business needs and labour budgets.
- Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
- Control stock levels, ordering, and departmental costs.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, and health & safety regulations.
- Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Support the achievement of departmental targets and operational objectives.
- Manage employee performance through regular feedback, coaching, and performance reviews.
Skills/Requirements
- Minimum 12 months’ experience in a similar role within a Food & Beverage environment.
- Proven leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with staff scheduling, training, and performance management.
- Sound understanding of food safety, HACCP, and health and safety regulations.
- Ability to analyse operational performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
- Minimum 12 months' valid work permit required.
Benefits
- Discounts across entire resort
- Competitive hourly rate
- Meals while on duty
- Employee recognition
- Bike to Work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme and PRSA scheme
- Continuous training and development
Kilkea Castle is an equal opportunities employer
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kilkea, County Kildare: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
