Bar Person

We are currently looking for a Bar Person to join our team at The Lodge at Ashford Castle Who are we? The Lodge at Ashford Castle is sitting within the magnificent 350 acre estate of Ashford Castle, this property overlooks magical Lough Corrib. Originally built in 1865, The Lodge offers country house charm, fine dining in Wilde's Restaurant and an exceptional range of estate activities. One of Ireland's finest wedding destinations, pairing warm Irish hospitality with a modern appeal. Key responsibilities of the Bar Person will include: To warmly welcome guests into the Bar ensuring a warm, welcoming and friendly demeanour at all times To ensure the bar is always fully stocked and ready for service (prepare mis en place) adhering to set standards. To ensure the Bar area is kept clean and tidy at all times and that cleaning schedules are adhered to. To be responsible for the professional dispensing and serving of drink, with the minimum of fuss or delay. To learn, fully understand and be able to describe accurately all drinks on the menus so that all guests' questions can be answered correctly and without delay. The ideal candidate for the Bar Person position will enjoy working within a friendly and productive team and have excellent communication skills. This is a casual position, therefore hours of work may vary, however all candidates would need to be available to work five days a week between Monday and Sunday. The ideal candidate for the Bar Person position should: Have previous experience within a similar role Have excellent communication skills Be legally eligible to work in Ireland Have strong attention to detail Have a friendly, bubbly and flexible attitude Have the ability to handle busy situations and manage your workload effectively Demonstrates strong knowledge of cocktail recipes and techniques, preparing and serving a wide range of classic and contemporary drinks with consistency, creativity, and attention to presentation. This position has excellent progression opportunities within the renowned Red Carnation Hotel Collection, a company providing the perfect opportunity to those who are looking for an exciting career and job security within the Hotel industry. What's in it for you? 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 many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities). Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability). Free meals on duty. Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire. Recommend friend and family bonus scheme. Two paid volunteering days each year. Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days. Hotel based recognition incentives. Free access to Employee Assistance Programme. Join us in this incredible new opportunity We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate must also be legally eligible to work in Ireland. #Lodge