Conference & Banqueting Supervisor

Join to apply for the Conference & Banqueting Supervisor role at The Lodge at Ashford Castle - part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection.

The Lodge at Ashford Castle is situated on a 350 acre estate overlooking Lough Corrib. Built in 1865, it offers country house charm, dining in Wilde's Restaurant, and a range of estate activities. It is one of Ireland's premier wedding destinations, combining warm Irish hospitality with modern appeal.

• Assist in managing the daily execution of all banquet functions to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
• Assist with maintaining departmental standards to meet The Red Carnation Hotel Service Standards.
• Support the Conference & Banqueting Manager in ensuring effective communication and that staff are fully up to speed on function requirements.
• Oversee the setup and breakdown of function rooms, including linens, silver, glassware, and chinaware, according to event specifications with a full inspection.
• Monitor and develop team performance, provide supervision, rostering, evaluations, recognition, and ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards.

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar F&B function.
• Strong knowledge and passion for food, beverage, banqueting, guest care and hospitality.
• Proven ability to manage cost controls (e.g., food cost, labour).
• Experience in staff training, rotas, financial reporting, stock control and ordering.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to handle pressurised situations and busy periods.
• Flexible, innovative, motivated, adaptable and driven.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

• Professional, award-winning training and development opportunities.
• Discounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection.
• Annual staff appreciation party and other employee recognition events.
• Discounted rates with local businesses and estate activities.
• Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability).
• Free meals on duty.
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire.
• Refer-a-friend and family bonus scheme.
• Two paid volunteering days per year.
• Holiday allowance up to 25 days with length of service.
• Hotel-based recognition incentives and access to Employee Assistance Programme.

We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Ireland.

Location: Westport, County Mayo, Ireland