Dromoland Castle Resort is seeking an experienced and motivatedAssistant Restaurant Managerto support the day-to-day leadership and operational excellence of our Food & Beverage offering within the Castle. This is a hands-on operational role, supporting multiple outlets and working closely with senior F&B leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences, strong team engagement, and well-organised, efficient service operations. Key Operational Responsibilities: Provide hands-on management and floor leadership across multiple F&B outlets, including restaurants, bars, room service, private dining, and events Ensure all Food & Beverage outlets operate smoothly, consistently, and in line with agreed service standards Plan and prepare for daily operations and events, including staffing levels, function sheets, and service requirements Manage effective rostering to meet business needs while controlling payroll and labour costs Lead, motivate, and support the team to deliver high standards of service excellence Create a positive, professional, and engaging working environment aligned with the Dromoland Castle Manifesto Improve organisational structure, communication, and operational efficiency across the department People Leadership & Development: Lead and support F&B team members through coaching, training, and performance management Assist with recruitment activities, including interviews for restaurant, room service, and bar teams Support onboarding, induction, and orientation of new team members Coordinate training and development initiatives in partnership with HR and senior management Support performance reviews, probation assessments, development plans, and succession planning Promote a culture of learning, engagement, and career development Administration & Systems: Support the development and implementation of the F&B strategic plan alongside senior management Manage and oversee Timepoint systems, including rostering, absence management, payroll accuracy, and reporting Monitor and address daily payroll or system anomalies Ensure accurate reporting on labour, training, and departmental performance Guest Experience & Quality Standards: Monitor and respond to guest feedback, sharing insights with the team and driving continuous improvement Ensure menus and service practices comply with all relevant legislation, including allergens and licensing Deliver consistently high standards of personalised guest care, professionalism, and hospitality Professional & Compliance Responsibilities: Uphold the values, ethos, and standards of Dromoland Castle Resort, Legend, and Preferred Hotels of the World Ensure compliance with company policies, employment legislation, and all Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, and licensing requirements Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism, respect, and pride in the Dromoland Estate Promote a strong safety culture and maintain a safe working environment at all times The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within Food & Beverage or hospitality Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills Hands-on, service-focused approach with attention to detail Confident working with rostering, labour control, and operational systems Passion for guest experience, team development, and high service standards Must have the legal right to work and reside in Ireland This role offers the opportunity to grow within a prestigious luxury resort environment, working alongside an experienced leadership team in one of Irelands most iconic hospitality settings. Benefits: Full on-the-job training Leisure Centre Membership Pension scheme after 6 months Wellness programme Competitive salary Discounted staff rates across Dromoland Castle and The INN at Dromoland Training Opportunities Work Authorisation: Applicants must have theunrestricted right to live and work in Ireland. Skills: Assistant Manager Restaurant Hotel