We are currently recruiting for a Full-Time Food & Beverage Supervisor to join our growing team here at Kilkea Castle.

Kilkea Castle Hotel is a 140-bedroom resort set on 180 acres of landscape, gardens and ancient woodland. This family-owned and managed estate offers a tranquil spa, a challenging 18-hole championship golf course and a world-class culinary experience. We are Great Place to Work 2025 certified, Best Workplaces in Hospitality 2025, and Romantic Hotel of the Year at the Irish Hotel Awards 2025.

Our team members are the heart of our hotel and the core of our success, and we believe that by creating a positive and supportive environment, we can deliver outstanding service to our guests.

Our mission is to provide exceptional guest experiences through excellent service, integrity while ensuring that every guest feels valued, safe, and at home.

Job Title:                  

Food & Beverage Supervisor

Reporting to:          

Food & Beverage Manager

Job Description:    

As a Food & Beverage Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations of the hotel’s dining outlets, ensuring guests receive high standards of service

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support F&B staff during service, ensuring high standards of professionalism, efficiency, and guest care
• In the absence of the Manager, to ensure the team are supported and organised.
• Assist in the setup and breakdown of service areas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and events.
• Resolve any issues that may arise, such as customer complaints or internal issues with the team such as sick calls
• Motivate and encourage the team
• Ability to assist the Manager in all aspects of the workload when needed
• To train all new and existing staff members on company policies, procedures, service standards and health and safety regulations
• Ensure all staff are complaint with Health and Safety regulations, including food safety standards, cleanliness, and sanitisation
• Assist in preparing shift reports and communicating key updates to management.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth coordination and timely service.

Skills/Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory role within a food & beverage setting, ideally in a hotel, resort, or golf club.
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Good understanding of food and beverage service standards.
• Familiarity with POS systems and reservation platforms.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Minimum 12 months’ work permit required.

Benefits

• Discounts across entire resort
• Competitive hourly rate
• Meals while on duty
• Employee recognition
• Bike to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous training and development

Kilkea Castle is an equal opportunities employer