Food and Beverage Supervisor

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Food & Beverage Supervisor to join the management team of a busy and well-established 4-star hotel in Co.Kildare. This is a full-time position offering excellent career development within a supportive hospitality group.

The Role

This is a full-time role, working an average of 45 hours per week, 5 days over 7, including weekends and public holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior management in supervising food & beverage operations across the hotel’s restaurant, bars, and conference/function areas

• Lead, motivate and support a team of approximately 25-30 staff members

• Ensure high standards of service are maintained at all times

• Liaise closely with the kitchen team regarding menus and food service

• Support operations during functions, conferences and events

• Assist with weekly stocktakes, rostering, and departmental administration

• Support staff training and development

• Drive sales initiatives in conjunction with the in-house sales team

• Cover duty management shifts across the hotel when required

• Work closely with the wider hotel management team on daily operational needs

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Food & Beverage Supervisor in a busy 3*/4* hotel

• Strong background and knowledge of food & beverage operations

• HACCP trained

• Excellent people management and leadership skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Customer-focused with a hands-on approach

• Ability to multi-task and assist in all operational areas when required

• Experience in conference & banqueting and events is desirable

• Experience using hotel front office systems is an advantage

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Fluent English, both written and spoken

• Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn

Benefits

• Free on-site parking

• Staff meals

• Group pension scheme

• Group health insurance (reduced rates)

• Excellent training and development opportunities

• Staff reward and recognition initiatives

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)