Duty Manager - The Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney
Client: The Gleneagle Hotel
Location: Killarney, Ireland
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 6c15d2b4c072
Job Views: 31
Posted: 23.01.2025
Expiry Date: 09.03.2025
Job Description:
The Gleneagle Hotel & INEC Arena, certified as a Great Place to Work and Failte Ireland Outstanding Employer, is looking for a Duty Manager to join its Management Team.
The Gleneagle Hotel is a dynamic property of 279 bedrooms, extensive event spaces catering for both corporate and entertainment events, leisure facilities, a variety of food & beverage offerings, and self-catering apartments all on site.
Our guests range from families on leisure breaks, conference delegates, people attending gigs or other events in the hotel, to those attending special interest breaks. The key attribute for any manager here is the ability to be agile and adaptable to the various guests' needs. No two days are ever the same, and it is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience that will stand to you in the future.
Over 80% of all of our managers and 98% of our supervisors are promoted internally, so there is a defined career path for you here. We pride ourselves on offering team development and career progression. Full training will be given for this role.
If your personal values are around exceeding the guests' needs, working in a tight-knit team, and giving your best to your colleagues and guests every day, then this role is for you.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
We are dedicated to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations to participate fully in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and access benefits and privileges of employment.
If you require accommodations at any stage, please contact us - we're here to support you.
This role may suit you if you are currently working in a management role in a smaller property and are looking to broaden your experience or if you have worked in a large organisation but want a more structured role.
The Role:
* Taking full responsibility for the hotel for early or late shifts, ensuring all areas are open, set up properly, and welcoming to our guests.
* Supporting all departments, particularly food & beverage, during high demand periods.
* Dealing with a wide range of guest queries.
* Participating as a full member of the management team, supporting where needed.
* Completing daily security walks, daily reports, and passover reports.
Skills and Qualifications:
* 3rd level qualification in Management, hospitality or related field is preferred but not essential.
* Experience in a management role in hospitality or retail.
* Team player with exceptional communication skills.
* Proven ability to work on own initiative.
* Interested in learning & development and open to new experiences.
Our Offer to You:
* Year-round employment.
* Online training prior to starting.
* Employee referral bonus.
* Complimentary bus to and from the town centre.
* Free onsite car parking.
* Free meals, tea & coffee on duty.
* Uniform provided.
* Discounted freshly ground coffees, cappuccinos, lattes in our hotel shop.
* Equal opportunity for training and career development with the Gleneagle Group.
* Paid internal and external training days.
* Free use of gym, 25m swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, squash courts, tennis courts, pitch & putt.
* Discounted leisure club membership for family members.
* Special rates for family and friends in our hotels and self-catering properties.
* Discounted dining rates for family for special occasions.
* Employee of the Month.
* Annual Employee Awards Event.
* Annual staff party and children's party.
* Staff discount on gifts in our hotel shop.
* 2-night stay for two people in a hotel of your choice after 12 months service.
* Discounted tickets for specific INEC or hotel entertainment events.
* Access to trained mental health first aiders.
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