COMPANY CULTURE

At Windward Management, people are at the heart of success. The company nurtures a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. Employees are empowered to innovate and contribute to meaningful outcomes while enjoying a strong focus on work-life balance. Windward fosters professional growth through tailored development opportunities, ensuring each team member can achieve their career aspirations. This positive, inclusive workplace values individual contributions, encourages open communication, and celebrates success collectively. For hospitality professionals seeking a rewarding career in an environment where their efforts truly matter, Windward Management offers an exceptional opportunity to thrive.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Windward Management Limited understands the value of its people and offers a benefits package designed to support and reward its employees. Competitive salaries are complemented by a supportive work environment that prioritizes work-life balance and career development. Team members benefit from opportunities to learn, grow, and advance in their careers, with access to mentoring and professional training programs. The company places a strong emphasis on employee well-being, fostering a culture of mutual respect and collaboration. For candidates looking for a career that combines growth, fulfillment, and an opportunity to make an impact, Windward Management provides an ideal platform.

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

To motivate & coach bar teams to exceed customer expectations at every opportunity:
Also, to ensure food and beverage profitability by managing the bar, providing efficient, prompt, trouble free, courteous, quality food and beverage service to guests and process beverage orders for the restaurant, in line with departmental and hotel guidelines, the business plan, Dunboyne Castle & Spa Hotel corporate guidelines and service concepts.

As part of your role:

• To work with the management of the hotel and assist in the daily running to ensure the delivery of excellent guest service from the Bars Department
• Ensure potential GOP is met
• Liaise and work with the current 3rd party stock taker and accounts and ensure all variances in stock / cash are followed up, action taken, and stock is secure at all times
• Monitor department’s overall service, interaction with other departments, and team work daily, and encourage good relationships through good communication and regular meetings.
• To assist conduct regular inventories of stock, glassware & other supplies and ensure tight control of these items
• To ensure that all services that are provided e.g. equipment, refreshments etc are signed for
• To ensure that all cash/credit payments are correctly checked before acceptance, and that tight control and security of payments are kept
• To assist plan rosters in accordance with business levels and the budget

ABOUT THE ROLE

What have you done before?

• Excellent leadership capabilities to effectively manage a large team.
• Previous experience in a management or supervisorial position in a busy Bar department is essential.
• The ability to work towards achieving financial goals and targets set.
• Proven ability to supervise bar, operations with a track record of delivering guest satisfaction, employee retention and engagement.
• Strong ability to work efficiently and deal with busy periods competently.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-Motivated and Enthusiastic.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.