Restaurant Manager

Job Title: Restaurant Manager

Location: The Burren, Co. Clare

Salary: €40,000-€44,000 DOE

Our client is hiring an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead the restaurant and wine service operations at a renowned country house hotel in the heart of The Burren.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional with strong leadership skills, excellent wine knowledge, and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

What you’ll do

• Lead and develop the front-of-house team.
• Deliver outstanding restaurant and wine service.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and management team.
• Manage reservations, staffing, guest relations, budgets, and stock.
• Oversee the wine programme, including cellar management, supplier relationships, staff training, and guest wine pairings.
• Maintain the highest standards of service, food safety, and operational excellence.

What we’re looking for

• At least 3 years’ experience as a Restaurant Manager or in a senior hospitality leadership role.
• Strong wine knowledge and experience with wine service and food pairing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Financial awareness and a hands-on approach.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Desirable: WSET Level 2/3, experience in luxury hotels, fine dining or Michelin-recognised restaurants, and knowledge of reservation/POS systems.

What’s on offer

• Salary of €40,000-€44,000 DOE.
• Professional development and wine education.
• Staff meals while on duty.
• Employee discounts and hotel benefits.
• Subsidised accommodation (€95 per week).
• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to work in one of Ireland’s most distinctive hospitality destinations.

If you’re an experienced Restaurant Manager looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.