Location: The Burren, Co. Clare
Salary: €40,000 – €44,000 DOE
Subsidised Accommodation: (95 per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the restaurant, ensuring outstanding guest experiences.
• Lead, train, motivate, and develop the front-of-house team.
• Maintain high service standards, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate closely with the kitchen and wider management team.
• Manage reservations, table allocations, and guest relations.
• Prepare staff rosters and manage labour requirements.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and licensing regulations.
• Support budgeting, cost control, stock management, and financial performance.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve service issues effectively.

Wine Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the restaurant’s wine programme.
• Advise guests on wine selections and food pairings.
• Train staff in wine knowledge, service standards, and upselling techniques.
• Manage wine inventory, ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships.
• Organise wine tastings and staff training sessions.
• Ensure excellent wine storage, presentation, and service standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Restaurant Manager or senior supervisor in a quality hospitality setting.
• Strong wine knowledge, including wine service, cellar management, and food pairing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Financial awareness and experience managing costs and budgets.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Desirable

• WSET Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent).
• Experience in luxury hotels, fine dining, or Michelin-recognised establishments.
• Knowledge of Irish and international wine regions.
• Experience with restaurant reservation and POS systems.

Package

• €40,000 – €44,000 DOE
• Subsidised accommodation (€95 per week)
• Staff meals while on duty
• Employee discounts and benefits
• Ongoing training and wine education opportunities
• Supportive team environment in a unique hospitality destination in The Burren, Co. Clare.