Breakfast Manager

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Breakfast Manager to lead our breakfast operations, ensuring guests start their day with a memorable dining experience. Starting in mid-February 2026, the ideal candidate will be responsible for breakfast and lunch service, managing the team, and contributing to an exceptional overall guest experience.

Responsibilities:

Service & Duty Management:

Oversee daily breakfast and lunch service, ensuring a smooth, welcoming guest experience.

Coordinate with kitchen and service staff to maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and service.
Act as a point of contact for guests, managing enquiries, requests and service issues.

Team Leadership: 

Work closely with the Breakfast Supervisor to lead, train and motivate the service team.

Guest Experience & Operations:

Ensure a warm and welcoming atmosphere during breakfast and lunch service.
Support hotel operations and collaborate with management to ensure a cohesive guest experience.

Requirements:

Previous experience in Food and Beverage management, preferably within a hospitality setting.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
A strong commitment to sustainability and environmentally conscious practices.
Flexible and willing to work early mornings, weekends and holidays as required.

The ideal candidate will be a fluent English speaker, previous experience in a similar role is desired but not necessary. Excellent personal presentation and grooming is essential. The candidate must be legally eligible to work in Ireland.

This role requires strong multitasking abilities, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. To apply, please fill in the details below or email us your CV.

The candidate must be legally eligible to work in Ireland. Ballymaloe House Hotel is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Benefits of working with us:

  • Working as part of an Award-Winning Team
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Training & Development opportunities, including company funded training
  • Complimentary staff parking
  • We provide the uniforms
  • Meals on Duty
  • Team Social Events
  • 20% staff discount dining option
    Staff accommodation (subject to availability)
  • Reduced accommodation rates for Family & Friends
  • Extra benefit for the Chefs: The opportunity to attend the Ballymaloe Cookery School afternoon demonstrations, including Guest Chefs demonstrations

Application Form

If you enjoy working as part of a passionate and creative team and would like to apply for this role, please send your CV using the form below.

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