Activities Coordinator

at  Front Office Ashford Castle

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Estate Activities Coordinator to join our Front of House Team.

Key responsibilities of the Estate Activities Coordinator will include:

• Arrange for agreed services and products to be available to the guest in a timely and efficient manner
• To check the daily Time Sheet/Function sheets and other correspondence when commencing your shift to ensure that you are fully familiar with all incoming business/activity bookings / functions / special requests etc.
• To create Personal Activity Plans for guests, groups and families where requested
• To greet all guests at all times in a warm and friendly manner, taking the initiative to ensure that the Guest receives that extra element of personal care and a seamless experience

The ideal candidate for the Estate Activities Assistant position should:

• Possess strong organisational skills & attention to detail
• Communicate effectively in English
• Possess a basic knowledge and enthusiasm for recreational activities e.g. fishing, golf, etc
• Be eligible to work in Ireland
• Have a full clean driving licence
• Be positive, punctual, reliable and have a flexible attitude

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 & The Travel Corporation globally
• 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
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire

In choosing to join Ashford Castle, you become part of a significant piece of history, both of Ireland and the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Through the grand stone gates, a royal adventure begins. This remarkable 800-year-old castle, widely recognised as Ireland’s top hotel destination and once home to the Guinness family, is exceptional in every sense. Discover exquisite interiors, delicious cuisine, a wealth of unique activities and a state-of-the-art spa. The extraordinary characters of the castle passionately care about each and every guest experience.
We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate must also be legally eligible to work in Ireland.

• Arrange for agreed services and products to be available to the guest in a timely and efficient manner
• To check the daily Time Sheet/Function sheets and other correspondence when commencing your shift to ensure that you are fully familiar with all incoming business/activity bookings / functions / special requests etc.
• To create Personal Activity Plans for guests, groups and families where requested
• To greet all guests at all times in a warm and friendly manner, taking the initiative to ensure that the Guest receives that extra element of personal care and a seamless experienc