Hotel Manager
Kildare, Full Time
Job Title: Hotel Manager
Location: Kildare
Salary: €65,000
Introduction
We are seeking a talented and driven Hotel Manager to join a leading 4-star property in Kildare. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Hotel Manager will take responsibility for overseeing all aspects of the hotel in the absence of the General Manager, ensuring operational excellence, profitability, and a consistently high level of guest satisfaction. This role requires a strong leader with proven hospitality management experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
Responsibilities
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Manage the hotel’s daily operations, ensuring efficiency across all departments.
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Drive financial performance by achieving budgeted revenue targets, managing costs, and delivering on profitability goals.
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Prepare regular reports on revenue forecasts, accounts, and operational performance.
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Ensure effective systems are in place for stock control, cash handling, and expenditure management.
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Lead guest-focused initiatives, continually enhancing product and service quality.
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Actively engage with guests, respond to feedback, and ensure guest concerns are handled promptly.
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Support the management team in maintaining and updating SOPs, policies, and staff training compliance.
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Hold regular management and team meetings to foster strong communication and align on strategic goals.
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Ensure compliance with licensing, employment law, fire safety, HACCP, and all health & safety requirements.
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Oversee and contribute to conference & banqueting operations for large-scale events as required.
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Foster a positive workplace culture that prioritises staff engagement, development, and retention.
Requirements
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Previous experience as a Hotel Manager or Assistant/Deputy Manager in a 4-star or equivalent property.
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Strong commercial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
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Proven ability to lead and inspire a large team in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
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Excellent guest relations skills with a hands-on, approachable style.
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Strong knowledge of hospitality legislation, HACCP, and health & safety compliance.
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Flexible and adaptable to work during busy trading periods, including evenings and weekends.
Rewards
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Competitive salary of €65,000.
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Excellent opportunity for career progression within a respected property.
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Training and development support to further enhance leadership skills.
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Staff benefits including meals on duty and discounts.
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