Reception Manager | Luxury Boutique Hotel | Kildare

Red D are recruiting a Reception Manager for a small luxury hotel in Kildare.

This is a visible, hands-on leadership role where the Reception Manager sets the tone for the entire guest experience. You’ll take full ownership of the front office, leading a tight team, keeping standards high and making sure the operation runs cleanly every day.

This isn’t about standing behind a desk. It’s about running the reception function properly, staying close to the detail and building a team that delivers consistently.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing all front office operations day to day
• Leading, training and developing the reception team
• Creating and managing rosters to ensure full coverage
• Driving consistent, high standards of customer service
• Acting as the main point of contact for guest queries and complaints
• Working closely with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure rooms are ready on time
• Maintaining accurate room status and clear communication across departments
• Monitoring front office financials and supporting performance targets
• Being present on the floor, visible to both team and customers

What we’re looking for

• 3+ years’ experience in a Reception Manager or senior front office role
• Background in a quality hotel environment
• Strong leadership ability with a hands-on approach
• Organised, detail-focused and comfortable managing pressure
• Confident communicator with excellent written and spoken English
• Someone who takes ownership and doesn’t need to be chased

Why this role

• Small luxury hotel where standards are taken seriously
• Full ownership of the reception operation
• Strong team already in place
• Opportunity to step into a role with real visibility and responsibility
• Excellent salary on offer

About Red D Recruitment

Red D Recruitment specialises in senior hospitality recruitment across Ireland and the UK, placing General Managers, Managing Directors, CEOs, Chief Operating Officers, Chief Financial Officers and Chief People Officers across hotels, workplace catering, tourism and visitor attractions.

Across hotels and hospitality businesses, Red D appoints Director of Operations, Hotel Manager, Director of Food & Beverage, Director of Sales & Marketing, Director of Revenue, Commercial Director, Finance Director, Director of Engineering, Director of Rooms, Director of Events and Director of People & Culture.

In workplace catering, Red D appoints Operations Directors, Catering General Managers, Hospitality Managers and Events Managers for leading workplace catering operations.

Red D also places Executive Head Chefs, Head Chefs, Executive Sous Chefs, Head Pastry Chefs and Michelin star kitchen teams for leading hospitality and tourism businesses.

We can only consider candidates with full, unrestricted permission to live and work in the EU. UK passport holders are also welcome to apply.