Restaurant Manager – 5 Star Luxury Resort Co. Kerry

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Restaurant Manager to lead and manage the food, beverage, and wine offerings at a 5 Star Luxury Resort in Co. Kerry. Working alongside the Director of Food & Beverage, you will ensure high standards of service and guest satisfaction while meeting the department’s financial objectives.

Requirements:

• Proven Restaurant Management experience in a similar 5-star luxury setting with fine dining.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Expertise in wine with prior experience.
• Knowledge of operational controls, budgeting, payroll, and forecasting.
• Proven ability to enhance standards and procedures through continual assessment, staff training, and response to customer satisfaction.
• Experience meeting expectations of high-end leisure market guests.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Steady career progression in quality-focused operations.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written) and the right to work in the EU.
• Experience in high-end luxury, Virtuoso, or Relais & Chateaux fine dining environments.
• Polished presentation with flawless customer service skills.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office and Excel.
• Positive and self-motivated attitude with exceptional personal organization.
• Hospitality Management qualification or equivalent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage guest experiences in various dining settings, ensuring exceptional service.
• Foster a culture of culinary excellence and wine knowledge among staff.
• Uphold high operating and hygiene standards in all food and beverage areas.
• Achieve financial goals while maximizing revenue and controlling costs.
• Supervise service staff, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to standards.
• Utilize excellent wine knowledge to guide guests and staff.
• Foster teamwork and prioritize customer focus.
• Manage stock levels and maintain equipment within the department.
• Oversee transitions and maintain high standards during changes.
• Collaborate with the management team to shape F&B strategy.
• Work with HR to attract, hire, and retain talented individuals.
• Build relationships with suppliers.
• Use technology to the department’s advantage.
• Ensure F&B gross profit margin each month.
• Manage payroll costs and lead staff training and development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of 5AA Red Star standard, Relais & Chateaux brand, and Irish regulations.
• Previous sommelier experience.