Food & Beverage Director

6 months ago


Mayo, Ireland Red Carnation Hotels Full time

We are recruiting for a  Director of Food and Beverage  to join the Team at our award-winning hotel. 

Supported by our HODs, Food and Beverage Operations Manager and Coordinator, the Director of Food and Beverage is responsible for overseeing the entire Food & Beverage operation on the Ashford Estate and will report directly to the Hotel Manager. 

 The successful candidate will have a proven record in a similar role at 5 star level for a minimum of 3 years with strong knowledge of Revenue Management, Marketing Strategies and Staff Recruitment and training initiatives.

The ideal candidate for the Director of Food and Beverage position should:

Have previous experience in a similar role for a minimum of 3 years in a 5 star hotel or similar. Possess proven leadership and excellent communication skills Good ability to handle pressurised situations and busy periods Knowledgeable on Forbes 5 Star standards. Flexible, innovative and adaptable Fluency in both written and spoken English Be legally eligible to work in Ireland

For a full and detailed job description please reach out directly to:  

In choosing to join Ashford Castle, you become part of a significant piece of history, both of Ireland and the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Through the grand stone gates, a royal adventure begins. This remarkable 800-year-old castle, widely recognised as Ireland’s top hotel destination and once home to the Guinness family, is exceptional in every sense. Discover exquisite interiors, delicious cuisine, a wealth of unique activities and a state-of-the-art spa. The extraordinary characters of the castle passionately care about each and every guest experience. Ashford Castle, voted No. 1 in Top 10 Resort Hotels in the UK and Ireland in Travel + Leisure 'World's Best' Awards 2020 and awarded Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide 2021.

We are an equal opportunities employer.



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