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We are proud to announce that we are currently recruiting for a goals oriented and dynamic Spa Operations Manager at the Spa at Ashford Castle, Irelands First Forbes 5 star resort property. The successful candidate will have responsibility for supporting the Director of Spa and Wellness in the Operational running of the Spa & Salon experience, with attention to the service and product inventory at The Spa at Ashford Castle.

Join Ashford Castle and become part of a legendary story. As Ireland's only double Forbes Five-Star Hotel & Spa, Ashford Castle is a true icon of Irish heritage and a proud member of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Beyond its grand stone gates lies an unforgettable experience. Once home to the Guinness family, this 800-year-old castle offers award-winning luxury, exceptional dining, a world-class spa, and a passionate team dedicated to creating unforgettable moments. Voted No. 1 Resort Hotel in the UK & Ireland by Travel + Leisure and proud to have retained the Forbes Five-Star award in 2025.

The role is operations focused with the accountability of running the spa day to day. This will encompass:

Ensuring the exceptional guest service delivery of a 'Forbes 5 star hotel'.
Managing our people and performance to a 5 star standard.
Focus on team development and training.
Managing sales, budgets and marketing strategies
Efficient communications.

Key Responsibilities of the successful Spa Operations Supervisor will include but are not limited to:

To ensure the team provides each guest with the highest levels of personal care and attention in accordance with 5 star expectations ' Forbes 5 star Standards', the uniqueness of the property and Red Carnation Hotels.
Complete 1-1 meetings and appraisals with team members as per schedule in department.
To initiate 'little touches' - going beyond meeting guest expectations and in all instances exceeding them.
Efficient and professional service, staff training, motivation, standards and controls. To comply with Red Carnation Top 12 Service Standards, terms and conditions of employment and operational practices and procedures.
Interviewing and Hiring of Employees with the appropriate skills to meet the business needs of the operation.

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.

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Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Management and Manufacturing
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