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Lucan Spa Hotel is currently seeking an Operations Manager to join our management team and help maintain our high standards of guest service and operational efficiency. This position operates on a seven-day roster and may require up to ttwo-three late/closing shifts per week along a balanced roster with fellow management and team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support day-to-day operations across F&B outlets, including bar, restaurant, and function rooms.
• Act as the primary point of contact during assigned shifts, responding promptly and professionally to guest queries and issues.
• Supervise, motivate, and coordinate front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service.
• Liaise with the events and kitchen teams to ensure successful delivery of weddings, conferences, and other functions.
• Monitor service standards, cleanliness, and presentation across all F&B areas.
• Complete shift handovers and ensure accurate reporting and communication between departments.
• Maintain health & safety and licensing compliance during shifts.
• Report directly to the Hotel Operations Director.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar Duty Manager or Supervisory role within a hotel or busy hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage service and event operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and team leadership skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle guest complaints diplomatically.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Role Overview
As Operations Manager, you will play a key leadership role in overseeing the daily operations of the hotel with a particular focus on our food and beverage departments, including bar, restaurant, and banqueting. You will also be responsible for the smooth running of functions and events, ensuring excellent service delivery and guest satisfaction at all times.

About Lucan Spa Hotel
Lucan Spa Hotel is an Irish family-owned hotel offering a unique, authentic experience in Irish hospitality while visiting Dublin and the East of Ireland. The hotel features 71 guest bedrooms as well as a number of restaurants and dining areas and meeting, conferencing and private event spaces.

Lucan Spa Hotel aims to exceed expectations through setting the highest standards for Irish hospitality in the Dublin region, offering our domestic and international guests a homely setting during their time in Dublin. To achieve this goal, the hotel recognises our most important resource to help deliver all our goals is our team. The hotel is highly committed to not only developing our business, but also dedicated to helping each and every one of our team members to achieve their full potential. Whether you are starting out on your career or carry huge experience, Lucan Spa Hotel will offer you the opportunity to develop your talent, be recognised and rewarded for your commitment and pursue a fulfilling career.

Lucan Spa Hotel is an equal opportunities employer. If you believe that you have the passion, personality and the skills we require, please contact us.

Skills
Organisational Skills Team Leadership Decision Making

Benefits
competitve salary bike to work scheme Meal Allowance / Canteen employee recognition awards culture of inward promotion

Job Description
Location:
Naas Road, Newlands Cross

Hotel Operations Manager
Louis Fitzgerald Hotel – Dublin
Are you ready to take the next step in your hospitality career? The Louis Fitzgerald Hotel is seeking a dynamic and driven
Hotel Operations Manager
to join our leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to grow their career.

About The Role
About the Role
As Operations Manager, you'll oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the hotel, supporting the General Manager in driving service excellence across all departments. From Food & Beverage to Front Office, you'll play a hands-on role in ensuring our guests enjoy outstanding experiences while maintaining high standards of efficiency, safety, and compliance.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, motivate, and support departmental managers and their teams.
• Ensure operational excellence across Front Office, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, and Events.
• Drive guest satisfaction scores through consistent service delivery and attention to detail.
• Support the implementation of policies, SOPs, and compliance procedures.
• Assist with recruitment, training, and development of staff, creating a positive workplace culture.
• Work closely with the General Manager on budgets, forecasts, and operational strategies.
• Step up and deputise in the absence of the General Manager.

What We're Looking For

• Previous supervisory or management experience in a 4-star+ hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of day-to-day hotel operations, ideally across multiple departments.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Hands-on, flexible, and guest-focused approach.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within the Fitzgerald Group.
• Ongoing training and development to help you reach the next stage of your career.
• A supportive and dynamic team environment.

If you're ambitious, passionate about hospitality, and ready to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join the team at the Louis Fitzgerald Hotel and progress your career in a role that will challenge and reward you in equal measure

Skills Needed
About The Company
The Louis Fitzgerald Group offers all of our customers a warming welcome, quality service, and superb accommodation. The Louis Fitzgerald Group is one of Ireland's largest privately-owned hospitality groups. Oozing with Irish culture the group has over 19 pubs, restaurants, and hotels located in the heart of Dublin and its surrounds. This includes some of Ireland's most famous landmark premises such as An Poitin Stil, a memorabilia pub, where you will find many of Ireland's most prized artifacts. The multi-award-winning Stag's Head, and Kehoes Pub, are a haven for locals and tourists. In short, we pride ourselves on our reputable name within the hospitality industry.

Company Culture
With over 19 pubs, restaurants and 2 hotels the Fitzgerald Group prides itself on its great reputation within the hospitality industry in offering all of our customers a warming welcome, quality service and superb accommodation. Our current vacancies can open a window of many opportunities within the group to the right candidate. All employees will be helped and encouraged to develop to their full potential and the talents and resources of the workforce will be fully utilised to maximise the efficiency that will mark The Fitzgerald Group as a place to return to.

Required Criteria
Desired Criteria
Closing Date
Tuesday 7th October, 2025

Contract Type
fulltime

Salary
Based on Experience

Title: Hotel Operations Manager

Location: North Cork, Ireland

Reporting to: Hotel Owners/Directors

Employment Type: 1 year – Fixed term

Salary: Competitive

About Us

We are two family-owned hotels nestled in the heart of North Cork, each offering a warm welcome, personalised service, and a commitment to excellence. With deep roots in the local community and a loyal guest base, we pride ourselves on delivering memorable experiences in a relaxed, friendly setting.

As we continue to grow, we're seeking a passionate and experienced Hotel Operations Manager to lead our teams across both properties and drive operational success.

The Role

This is a hands-on, multi-site leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and understands the unique rhythm of independent Irish hospitality. You'll oversee all aspects of hotel operations, ensuring both properties run smoothly, efficiently, and in line with our values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across both hotels, coordinating departments and ensuring service excellence.
• Manage, train, and motivate staff, fostering a positive and professional culture
• Ensure compliance with Irish employment law, health & safety, and hospitality standards.
• Monitor financial performance, assist with budgeting, and support cost control.
• Champion guest satisfaction, handle escalated feedback, and drive service improvements.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and external advisors to maintain facilities and compliance.

About You - Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in hotel or hospitality management.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multi-site operations.
• Strong understanding of Irish HR and operational compliance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about guest experience and community-based hospitality.
• Familiarity with hotel systems (e.g. booking platforms) and financial reporting.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus.
• Supportive, family-oriented working environment.
• Staff meals and discounts.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to shape the future of two beloved local hotels.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term

Contract length: 12 months

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Hotel Operations Management: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person

Hotel Operations Manager, 4-Star Property

Location:
North Co. Dublin

Type:
Full-Time | 5 days over 7 | 45 hours per week

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has become available for a skilled and experienced
Hotel Operations Manager
to join the senior leadership team at a busy and well-regarded 4-star hotel in North County Dublin. The property forms part of a wider Irish-owned hospitality and retail group, known for its long-standing presence in the Irish market and commitment to service excellence.

If you're an enthusiastic leader with a passion for hotel operations and a track record of achieving results, this could be your next great move.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full day-to-day operations of a 66-bedroom 4-star hotel
• Lead a team of 45+ staff across all departments, ensuring smooth shift operations
• Work alongside the Operations Director in setting budgets, targets, and hotel strategy
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure alignment with company standards and objectives
• Maintain high levels of guest satisfaction by ensuring consistent service delivery
• Drive internal sales initiatives in collaboration with the hotel and group sales teams
• Ensure all Health & Safety protocols and property standards are maintained
• Facilitate regular team meetings, including sales, HOD, food & beverage, and daily planning sessions
• Manage and monitor the hotel's HACCP plan with relevant departments
• Lead training and development initiatives to continuously improve team performance

What You'll Need

• 2+ years' experience in a similar Hotel Operations Manager or Senior Ops role (3*/4* property)
• Strong working knowledge of all hotel departments, especially food & beverage and events
• Experience in leading, training, and developing staff and management teams
• A proven track record in delivering results and meeting commercial targets
• Understanding and experience with HACCP systems and hotel compliance
• Familiarity with front office systems and general hotel technology
• Solid grasp of hotel financials, forecasting, and reporting
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
• Fluent English – both written and spoken

What's on Offer

• Free parking
• Complimentary staff meals while on duty
• Company pension scheme
• Access to group health insurance (discounted rates)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Staff reward & recognition initiatives
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP & Wellness Support)

Hotel Operations Manager Opportunity at the 4* Bracken Court Hotel, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin
The Moriarty Group is an Irish owned company, involved in both the retail grocery and hotel industries. The companys portfolio consists of 3 large SuperValu, Stores in Balbriggan, Skerries and Palmerstown and two 4* hotels, the Court Yard Hotel, Leixlip, Co. Kildare and the Bracken Court Hotel in Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. The company currently employees 550+ staff.

We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced, professional, and enthusiastic Operations Manager to join our Management Team in the Bracken Court Hotel. If you are passionate about the hospitality industry and would like to develop your career within a busy and extremely popular property, we could have an excellent opportunity for you.

The Role
This is a full-time position working an average of 45 hours per week 5 days over 7 to include weekends and public holidays.

Main Duties

• The Operations Manager will be fully responsible for the day-to-day operations of this busy 66-bedroom property and a team of 45+ staff.
• Work in conjunction with the Hotels Operations Director on setting annual budget and target proposals for the property.
• Working closely with the team on the strategy planning for the hotel.
• Working with the hotels Management Team in ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Work in conjunction with managers and HODs in all aspects of the propertys agenda.
• Management of a team of up to 45+ people on busy shifts.
• Having a hands-on approach to the role.
• Driving sales/sales initiatives within the property in conjunction the propertys sales team and the groups Sales & Marketing Manager.
• Co-ordinating the Health & Safety agenda in the property.
• Working with the senior team in setting and driving team objectives through agenda meetings and training and development.
• The management/facilitation of bi-weekly sales, HOD and Food & Beverage Meetings as well as daily planning meetings.
• Working with the management team in relation to the properties HACCP plan.
• Ensuring excellent service is provided to all guests/visitors to the property.

Requirements

• Must have 2-3 years experience as an Operations Manager within a busy 3*/4* hotel property.
• Must have a strong knowledge of all departments within the hotel with a particular emphasis on food & beverage/ sales & events and the new initiatives/innovations taking place within the industry.
• Must have experience in the training and development of both staff and HODs
• Must have a proven track record in achieving results/targets.
• Must be able to oversee the hotels HACCP system.
• Previous experience working with hotel front office systems is essential.
• Must have an excellent understanding of hotel financials.
• Must have strong people management skills
• Must have excellent communications skills.
• Must have excellent people skills.
• Must have excellent organisational skills.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Must be fluent in the English Language both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Free staff meals while on duty
• Excellent Training Opportunities
• Staff Reward & Recognition Initiatives
• Company Pension Scheme
• Health Insurance Scheme (Reduced Rates)
• EAP Programme (Employee Assistance / Wellness Programme)

Skills
2-3 Years Exp as a Hotels Operations Manager Excellent People Management Skills Strong F&B Management Experience Strong Hotel Financials Experience Staff Training & Development

Are you an experienced hotel professional with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences? We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Operations Manager to join the leadership team of a busy 4-star property in North Dublin.

This role offers the chance to play a key part in the day-to-day running of a well-established hotel while driving service standards, sales performance, and team development.

This is a full-time position, averaging 45 hours per week across 5 days, including weekends and public holidays.

As Operations Manager , you will:

Take responsibility for the smooth running of a medium sized property with a popular Food & Beverage offering

Partner with the Hotel Director on setting annual budgets, sales targets, and business strategies.

Work with department heads to ensure consistent delivery of high service standards and compliance with company procedures.

Lead and motivate a large team during peak shifts with a hands-on, visible management style.

Drive revenue initiatives in collaboration with sales and marketing teams.

Oversee compliance with Health & Safety, HACCP, and operational standards.

Chair key management meetings, including Sales, F&B, and Department Head meetings.

Ensure guests receive a memorable, first-class hospitality experience at every stage of their stay.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

2–3 years’ experience as an Operations Manager within a busy 3* or 4* hotel.

Strong knowledge of all hotel departments, especially food & beverage, events, and sales.

Proven leadership ability with a track record of achieving operational and financial goals.

Experience in training and developing both staff and department managers.

Solid understanding of hotel financials and reporting.

Familiarity with hotel front office systems and HACCP management.

Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Complimentary staff meals on duty

Free parking

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Staff recognition and reward initiatives

Pension scheme and health insurance support (reduced rates)

Employee assistance & wellness programme

Restaurant & Cafe Supervisor – Little Geno's, Dublin City - Full Time

Tired of working nights?

Join Little Geno's, a vibrant New York–style sandwich deli inspired by the delis & bodegas of NYC. We serve chef-driven sandwiches, freshly prepared daily, and specialty coffee in a fast-paced, fun environment.

Role Overview

Leading our energetic team to deliver exceptional customer service, maintaining their highest standards and keeping operations running smoothly. Duties include rostering, ordering, cash/till management, stock control, and driving team culture, customer loyalty, and cost efficiency. You'll work closely with the founder to help grow the business.

Requirements

· 3+ years' management experience in café, restaurant, or hospitality.

· Strong leadership and ability to thrive under pressure.

· Stocktaking, cash handling, and POS/computer skills.

· Passion for food, coffee, and team culture.

Perks

· Daytime hours – no late nights.

· Free healthy, homemade food and specialty coffee.

· Working in Stephen's Green, just across from the beautiful Stephen's Green Park.

· Join our cheerful & driven team with growth opportunities.

@littlegenosdeli

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Food allowance

Application question(s):

• Do you live in Ireland?

Experience:

• Leading a hospitality team: 3 years (preferred)
• Hospitality Management: 3 years (required)

Location:

• St. Stephen's Green, CO. Dublin (required)

Work Location: In person

The Hotel Hospitality Manager is responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of hospitality services across designated facilities, in alignment with company standards. This includes ensuring financial performance, guest satisfaction, brand integrity, and staff development within defined quality benchmarks. The role includes planning, organizing, and directing operations such as front-of-house services, food and beverage, accommodation, guest experience, and facility maintenance.

Key Job Aims

• Foster a professional environment that supports team development and growth.
• Champion excellence in guest service and customer satisfaction.
• Drive initiatives that support revenue generation and profitability.
• Ensure all activities align with the organization's brand standards and business objectives.
• Optimize the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of all hospitality departments.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, comfort, and presentation in all guest areas.
• Oversee food and beverage quality, service consistency, and innovation.
• Promote energy efficiency and sustainability practices.

Accountabilities
Operational Oversight

• Maximize revenue and profit across all hospitality services and customer segments.
• Lead departmental heads to meet operational goals and service benchmarks.
• Collaborate with Revenue and Sales teams to optimize pricing, occupancy, and spend per guest.
• Assist in budget development, cost control, and financial forecasting.
• Monitor guest satisfaction systems and implement improvement plans based on feedback.
• Coordinate the execution of promotions, seasonal campaigns, and event packages.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies and operating procedures.
• Uphold brand identity across all guest touchpoints and facilities.
• Supervise food and beverage service operations, ensuring compliance with quality and service standards.
• Collaborate with HR to drive staff engagement, training, and performance management.
• Manage a team of Duty Managers and department leaders; ensure consistent leadership coverage.
• Support compliance with safety regulations, emergency preparedness, and guest security protocols.
• Oversee property upkeep, supplier coordination, and capital improvement projects.
• Ensure full compliance with licensing, health and safety, and employment law.

Planning & Organizing

• Maintain and regularly update SOPs for all departments; ensure consistent compliance.
• Support learning and development initiatives through structured training programs.
• Design and execute promotional strategies targeting various guest segments.
• Conduct regular team and leadership meetings to ensure alignment and follow-through.
• Analyse trends and market dynamics affecting the broader hospitality sector.
• Contribute to strategic planning and annual budgeting with the Director of Operations.
• Monitor and manage key cost drivers including labour, food, beverage, and utilities.
• Maintain facility standards, signage, and equipment in safe and presentable condition.

General Expectations

• Engage positively with guests, clients, and staff, upholding a professional image.
• Remain knowledgeable of all organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain a polished appearance in accordance with company standards.
• Encourage innovation to improve guest satisfaction and business outcomes.
• Represent and protect the company's brand in all communications and engagements.
• Effectively manage and resolve conflicts where necessary.

Skills
Fluent in English

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The Celtic Lodge is pleased to announce that we are seeking an experienced Hotel Manager to oversee all operations of our busy city centre family-run Guesthouse. This exciting opportunity is available to an energetic person with a thirst for hospitality who thrives in an environment of front facing customer service. Guests include tourists from around the world as well as Irish professionals and holiday-makers. The ideal candidate should have experience working Front of House, Managing Rates, Ordering & Maintaining Stock and handling correspondence with guests & partners. We have two popular on-site bars and the successful candidate will be required to liaise with the other heads of the company to ensure best practices are applied for across the board co-operation. If you think you are the right person for this position, please provide us with a copy of your CV and we will be in touch.

Skills
Hospitality Hotel Management Rate Management Stock Maintenance Excellent customer service Staff Management