Waiter/Waitress

We are currently looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Waiter/Waitress to join the Food and Beverage team for our various outlets in The Ashford Estate. Opportunities for this role will be available starting in early February 2025.

• Cullen’s at The Cottage
• The Dungeon
• The Connaught Room
• The Drawing Room
• Wilde’s at The Lodge
• Quay Bar & Brasserie

Key responsibilities of the Waiter/Waitress will include:

• To manage the effective and smooth operation of your allocated station in the F&B outlet in a ‘hands on’ capacity
• To have a good level of product knowledge regarding all menu items, hotel facilities and services available to our guests
• Warmly welcome guests to the restaurant ensuring that your voice, manner and behaviour portrays a warm, welcoming and friendly demeanour at all times
• Ensure prompt and professional Food & Beverage Service to the guests at all times
• Set up & clear tables to the correct standards
• To ensure that all food service areas are maintained to an acceptable level of cleanliness and hygiene, adhering to the cleaning schedules on a daily basis

The ideal candidate for this position should:

• Have previous experience within a similar role
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be legally eligible to work in Ireland
• Have strong attention to detail
• Have a friendly, bubbly and flexible attitude
• Have the ability to handle busy situations and manage your workload effectively

Some of the Benefits available to the team:

• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities to give you a career path
• Discounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection
• Annual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events
• Discounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities)
• Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
• Free meals on duty