Food and Beverage Associate

Nestled peacefully in an idyllic setting overlooking Kenmare Bay in South West Ireland the 5 star Park Hotel Kenmare, Co. Kerry is at one with nature.

Dating from 1897 each of the 43 Bedrooms enjoy a spacious sitting area, while most have a full water view or private veranda.

Our Landline Restaurant, with its impressive collection of Sean Scully art, acclaimed menu and service is the perfect blend of classic and contemporary.

After a heavenly day touring the coastal roads, playing some of the world’s best golf courses or surrendering to the holistic pleasures of SÁMAS, the hotels Deluxe Destination Spa, evenings can be spent watching the legends of the silver screen in The Reel Room, a 12-seat cinema showing some of the great classics nightly.

From its conception SÁMAS was designed to soothe and revive the tension, stress and fatigue that fill our every day.

Even in ancient Ireland they had a Gaelic word for such experiences SÁMAS, indulgence of the senses.

Today you can enjoy the virtues of this bygone age in a special and quite unique place that blends healing and therapeutic traditions from the East and West with the life inspiring scenery of Kerry to revive the body, mind and soul.

Our Expectations:

As a Chef de Rang, you will be the face of fine dining service on the restaurant floor, responsible for leading a section and ensuring guests receive seamless, attentive, and personalised service. You will collaborate closely with the kitchen and sommelier team, guiding guests through their dining journey with charm, knowledge, and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the effective and smooth operation of your allocated station throughout Breakfast, Afternoon Tea & Dinner Services. 
• Good level of product knowledge regarding all menu items, hotel facilities and services.
• Food & Wine service in line with Relais & Chateaux and Park Hotel Kenmare's five-star standards of service. 
• Anticipate Guest requirements in a positive and professional manner.  
• Daily Restaurant Set up and presentation. 
• Preparing daily mis en place. 
• Cleaning and polishing duties.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in Food & Beverage service is an advantage but full training will be provided.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• The ability to work a flexible roster to include bank holidays and weekends.

Some Of Our Benefits:

• Competitive & generous hourly rate.
• Heavily discounted rates on rooms at Park Hotel Kenmare and other Relais & Chateaux properties.
• 50% off Food and Beverages/ 30% off spa treatments & products.
• Free use of spa/ gym facilities, including our outdoor vitality pool overlooking Kenmare Bay.
• Excellent Training and Personal development.
• Complimentary healthy meals whilst on duty.
• Complimentary on-site parking.