Food and Beverage Manager

Job description

Job Title: Food and Beverage Manager
Location: Killiney, County Dublin, Ireland
Role Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports To: General Manager

About the Role:

The Noel Group is a leading recruitment agency operating nationwide across the hospitality sector. We are proud to partner with a prestigious client in the hospitality industry to search for a talented Food and Beverage Manager to join their team in Killiney, Dublin.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Food and Beverage Manager to oversee the operations of a well-established, luxury hotel’s dining and events offering in Killiney. This role is responsible for delivering a consistently high standard of service across all F&B outlets, including restaurants, bars, private dining, and banqueting.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a strong background in both service delivery and team management, who can balance operational excellence with creative input to enhance the guest dining experience.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to €45,000 salary expectation.
• Work in a renowned four-star hotel with a rich heritage and loyal clientele
• Staff meals and discounted accommodation offers
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Beautiful working environment with a supportive leadership team

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of all food and beverage operations, ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction
• Lead and mentor a diverse team across restaurant, bar, room service, and events departments
• Manage budgets, stock control, and supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective operations
• Drive service standards and team training initiatives to maintain a culture of excellence
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and Events team to plan menus, execute functions, and deliver consistent quality
• Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements based on insights and trends
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and licensing regulations
• Develop strategies to enhance revenue generation, including upselling, promotions, and seasonal offers

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a senior food and beverage role, ideally within a 4- or 5-star hotel environment
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop teams
• Strong understanding of operational controls, budgeting, and forecasting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering memorable guest experiences
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Familiarity with hotel POS systems and stock management software

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic hospitality professional to lead and evolve a core part of a celebrated hotel’s guest experience. If you’re driven, service-focused, and ready to take on a leadership role in a stunning coastal setting, we want to hear from you.