The Great Southern Killarney is currently inviting applications for the role of Restaurant Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well established team in one of Ireland’s most historic hotels.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced leader with a strong background in restaurant management within a 4 or 5-star hotel. The ideal candidate is mature, well-organised, and energetic, with a genuine commitment to delivering excellent service. They will lead by example and help ensure every guest enjoys a seamless and memorable dining experience throughout their stay.
Our ideal Restaurant Manager is a team player with a positive and collaborative attitude, who enjoys the variety and pace of the hospitality industry and remains calm and focused during busy periods.

• Current permission to live and work in Ireland essential
• Qualification in Hotel Management or similar a clear advantage although not required.
• At least 5 years supervisory, purchasing and revenue generating experience in a large, busy 4/5* hotel
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience in Tablepaths, Hotsoft, Volante or similar
• Thorough Understanding of the importance of Customer Experience and uncompromising standards of excellence
• High Attention to Detail with regards to operation, property image, customer service, food standards, costs, safety, presentation, staff management etc.
• Management Skills – of both Food & Beverage, Operations as well as people
• Organizational Skills – schedules, timelines, future planning etc.
• Problem-Solving Skills – for employee conflict, customer complaints, stock issues etc.
• Proactive disposition – anticipation of challenges and mitigation of risks
• Great communication skills – ability to clearly communicate with suppliers, management and staff across a variety of nationalities and experience levels
• Financial Skills – in-depth understanding of budgets, targets, wage-costs
• Revenue Generation skills – thorough understanding of and experience in revenue generation
• Administrative skills – reporting, presentations, implementation and enforcement of policies and procedures
• Excellent listening and perception skills.
• Strong negotiation skills – assertive and persuasive
• Energetic, Friendly, Approachable, Professional, Courteous and Well Groomed