Restaurant Manager – Luxury Five Star Dining
An iconic five‑star hospitality destination is seeking an exceptional Restaurant Manager to lead the opening and ongoing success of a newly launched flagship restaurant.
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a design‑led, high‑end dining concept where refined service, impeccable detail and elevated guest experience define everything we do. The restaurant showcases modern Irish and international cuisine, delivered through intuitive, warm hospitality, seamless service flow and bold seasonal flavours.
The Role
As Restaurant Manager, you will play a key role in bringing a luxury dining experience to life, setting the tone for service culture, operational excellence and commercial performance from day one. You will be a visible leader on the floor, known for polish, confidence and calm authority, ensuring every guest interaction reflects true five‑star standards. This position suits someone who understands the discipline and rhythm of world‑class hospitality while maintaining sincerity, warmth and personality in service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the opening and full operational launch of a premium restaurant concept
- Deliver exceptional, consistent service standards at every guest touchpoint
- Create and embed a luxury service culture rooted in professionalism, elegance and genuine hospitality
- Recruit, train, coach and inspire a high‑performing front‑of‑house team
- Lead from the floor with confidence, presence and attention to detail
- Drive revenue, labour optimisation and cost control without compromising guest experience
- Work closely with culinary and senior leadership on service and menu execution
- Develop and maintain SOPs, training programmes and service rituals
- Use guest feedback and operational insight to continuously elevate performance
About You
- You are a polished hospitality leader who:
- Has experience in luxury, five‑star or internationally recognised venues
- Understands world‑class service standards and how to deliver them daily
- Leads with composure, emotional intelligence and strong communication skills
- Is commercially aware while remaining deeply guest‑focused
- Takes pride in presentation, detail and creating memorable dining experiences
- Thrives in environments where excellence is the expectation, not the exception
Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in Food & Beverage operations (premium or luxury preferred)
- Proven leadership experience in high‑expectation service environments
- Strong financial understanding, including labour planning and revenue control
- Excellent organisational, communication and people‑management skills
- Authorised to work in Ireland
- Ability to commute to the restaurant location
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Complimentary meals while on duty
- Health & Wellbeing contribution
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Accommodation and dining discounts across partner properties
- Clear career progression and internal mobility opportunities
- Recognition awards, referral bonuses, birthday gifts and annual staff celebrations
Ready to Lead at Five‑Star Level?
If you are a luxury‑driven Restaurant Manager who takes pride in delivering unforgettable guest experiences and leading with integrity and polish, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Laura directly for a confidential conversation.
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Restaurant Manager – Luxury Five‑Star Dining Concept
A prestigious five‑star hospitality destination is seeking an exceptional Restaurant Manager to lead the launch of a newly styled flagship restaurant.
This opportunity sits within a refined, design‑led setting where world‑class service, attention to detail and elevated guest experience are paramount. The concept celebrates modern Irish and international cuisine, delivered through warm, intuitive hospitality, seamless service choreography and bold seasonal flavour.
The Opportunity
As Restaurant Manager, you will be entrusted with shaping a luxury dining experience from the ground up, setting the tone for service excellence and commercial performance. You will define service rituals, lead with visibility and polish, and ensure that every guest interaction reflects five‑star standards. This role requires someone who understands the rhythm, structure and expectations of a premium, global hospitality environment, while maintaining authenticity, warmth and personality in service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the opening and operational launch of a high‑end restaurant concept
- Deliver world‑class service standards, ensuring consistency, elegance and attention to detail at every touchpoint
- Cultivate a luxury service culture, embedding professionalism, composure and genuine hospitality
- Recruit, train and inspire a high‑performing front‑of‑house team aligned with five‑star expectations
- Lead from the floor with confidence, presence and refinement
- Drive revenue performance, labour optimisation and cost control without compromising guest experience
- Collaborate closely with culinary and senior leadership to align service and menu execution
- Establish and maintain SOPs, training frameworks and service rituals
- Use guest insight and operational data to continuously elevate standards
About You
You are a polished hospitality professional who:
- Has experience within luxury, five‑star or internationally recognised service environments
- Understands world‑class service standards and how to deliver them consistently
- Leads with confidence, calm authority and exceptional interpersonal skills
- Is commercially astute while remaining deeply guest‑focused
- Takes pride in presentation, detail and creating memorable experiences
- Thrives in environments where excellence is expected as standard
Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in Food & Beverage operations, ideally in a premium or luxury setting
- Proven leadership experience within high‑expectation, service‑driven environments
- Strong financial awareness, including labour planning and revenue optimisation
- Exceptional communication, organisational and people‑management skills
- Authorised to work in Ireland
- Able to commute to the role’s location
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Complimentary meals while on duty
- Health & Wellbeing payment
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Accommodation and dining discounts across partner destinations
- Strong career development and internal mobility opportunities
- TaxSaver commuter ticket and Bike to Work scheme
- Recognition awards, referral bonuses, birthday gifts and annual staff celebrations
- Complimentary uniform provision and professional laundry
Ready to Deliver Excellence?
If you are a luxury‑driven Restaurant Manager who takes pride in world‑class service and elevating guest experience, this is an opportunity to lead a dining destination with ambition, polish and international appeal.
Apply today or reach out to Laura directly.
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Reception Manager – Luxury Boutique Hotel | Kildare
Our client, a highly regarded luxury boutique hotel in Kildare, is seeking an experienced Reception Manager to lead the Front Office team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a hospitality professional who is passionate about guest experience, customer journey excellence, and delivering high-end service within an intimate, upscale property.
Please note: Due to the hotel’s rural location and lack of public transport, candidates must have their own transport.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of a five-star guest experience, ensuring every touchpoint-from pre-arrival to departure-is personalised and memorable.
- Oversee all front desk operations, ensuring a seamless, warm, and professional experience for every guest.
- Manage all front office operations including check-in/out, reservations, room allocations, guest communication, and billing.
- Oversee VIP and repeat guest handling, ensuring exceptional service and attention to detail.
- Coordinate with Housekeeping and Food & Beverage to ensure outstanding service across departments.
- Train, mentor, and support the Reception team to uphold luxury service standards.
- Manage daily reporting, compliance, and cash‑handling procedures.
- Act as the primary point of contact for guest feedback, issues, and special requests.
Requirements
- Minimum 2-3 years’ Front Office or Reception leadership experience in a hotel setting (luxury, boutique, 4* or 5* preferred).
- Strong knowledge of hotel systems (Opera, RoomMaster, or similar PMS).
- Excellent customer service skills and a warm, professional manner.
- Ability to manage a team and promote a positive, guest‑focused culture.
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Own transport is essential – public transport does not service the area.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary depending on experience.
- Opportunity to join a respected luxury boutique hotel with a strong reputation for service.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Staff meals, hotel discounts, and additional perks.
If you are a hospitality professional with a passion for luxury service, leadership, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a dedicated team within one of Kildare’s most esteemed boutique hotels.
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Director of Hospitality & Workplace Experience
We’re looking for a Director of Hospitality & Workplace Experience to lead the delivery of a high‑quality, people‑focused workplace across a multi‑site portfolio. Working on behalf of our client, you’ll be responsible for shaping how employees and visitors experience each location, ensuring the same level of warmth, professionalism and brand alignment is felt throughout.
Lead the hospitality and workplace experience strategy across multiple sites.Ensure each location delivers a consistent, high‑quality experience aligned with the client’s brand and culture.
Oversee hospitality services, front‑of‑house operations, events, amenities, community engagement and digital workplace tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the workplace and hospitality experience strategy for all sites.
- Align service delivery with contractual expectations, SLAs and KPIs.
- Design end‑to‑end employee and visitor journeys that feel seamless and consistent.
- Host site tours, showcases and immersion sessions on behalf of the client.
- Oversee daily hospitality, front‑of‑house, events and amenity operations.
- Maintain and update service playbooks and SOPs across the portfolio.
- Work closely with Technical Services to manage disruption and protect the experience.
- Lead major workplace events, initiatives and communications.
- Manage and support multi‑site hospitality and experience teams.
- Recruit, coach and develop team members; complete performance and succession processes.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, service‑focused team culture.
- Lead CSAT/NPS performance and drive action plans based on feedback.
- Analyse insights such as attendance, utilisation and event participation.
- Build dashboards and reporting for internal and client governance.
- Manage budgets, labour planning, forecasting and accurate billing.
- Oversee supplier performance and ensure contractual compliance.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and service enhancements.
- Pilot and scale new technologies or tools across multiple sites.
- Ensure all signage, uniforms and service standards reflect the client’s brand.
- Support wellbeing, DE&I, sustainability and community‑building programmes.
- Maintain risk registers, compliance documentation and business continuity plans.
- Lead with a strong safety-first mindset and support internal audits.
- Own the annual experience and events calendar across all sites.
- Plan resources and staffing to support day‑to‑day and peak activities.
- Ensure workplace technology and equipment support smooth service delivery.
Success Measures
- Strong CSAT/NPS across all sites.
- Positive client and stakeholder feedback.
- High audit scores and strong compliance standards.
- Increased participation in events and workplace programmes.
- Accurate budgeting, forecasting and supplier management.
- A consistent, brand-aligned workplace experience across the portfolio.
Person Specification
Essential
- Leadership experience in hospitality, premium service or fine dining.
- Strong communication and client‑facing skills.
- Comfortable interpreting data and using insights to guide decisions.
- Strong commercial understanding of SLAs, KPIs and contract requirements.
- Proven people leadership, coaching and team development skills.
- Understanding of EHS, accessibility and inclusive design.
Desirable
- Qualification in Hospitality, Business, Facilities or a related field.
- Experience managing multi‑site operations or large client accounts.
- Familiarity with WELL, RESET, LEED or similar standards.
- Knowledge of digital workplace or corporate systems.
If you’re passionate about creating meaningful experiences, leading brilliant teams and shaping workplaces where people feel genuinely welcomed and supported, this role offers the chance to make a real impact. You’ll help define how our client’s people connect, collaborate and thrive across their workplace portfolio-bringing energy, innovation and hospitality to every moment. It’s an opportunity to lead with purpose, influence culture and build experiences that people truly value. If this sounds like you, apply today and help us create something exceptional.
Apply today or reach out to Laura directly 087 9004108
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