Food & Beverage Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Full Time Food & Beverage Assistant to join our Bar team at The Maritime Hotel in Bantry. In this role, you will be the face of our service, providing a warm welcome to guests and delivering an exceptional dining experience from start to finish.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests in a friendly and professional manner
• Assist with table setup and clearing throughout service
• Take and serve food and beverage orders accurately, including cocktails
• Ensure a consistent and high standard of service at all times
• Share knowledge of the local area and provide personal recommendations to guests
• Liaise with the kitchen team to ensure timely and accurate order delivery
• Maintain a clean, well-organized and fully stocked restaurant and bar area
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and supportive environment

What We’re Looking For

• An outgoing personality with excellent communication skills
• A strong team player who takes pride in delivering great guest experiences
• Previous hospitality or customer-facing experience is essential
• Prior experience in food and beverage service is a plus

Why Join Us?

At The Maritime Hotel, we believe in creating memorable experiences not just for our guests, but for our team members too. With a supportive environment, attractive perks, and real opportunities for development, you’ll be joining a team that values passion, teamwork, and pride in our beautiful local community.

Required Criteria

• Friendly, professional, and committed to delivering great guest experiences

Desired Criteria

Skills Needed

About The Company

Rooted in the heart of Munster and guided by the third generation of the O’Donoghue family, The Gleneagle Hotel Group is more than a business — it's a legacy of hospitality, connection, and community. What began as a family-run hotel has grown into one of Ireland’s most dynamic hospitality groups, now the largest employer in Munster’s tourism sector, with over 450 passionate team members during peak seasons.

With a portfolio that includes the Gleneagle Hotel & Apartments, Scotts Hotel, The Maritime Hotel in Bantry, and Gleneagle Arena, the group offers far more than jobs — it offers careers with purpose. From front-of-house service to live entertainment and event management, every role contributes to creating unforgettable experiences for guests and lasting pride for our people.

Company Culture

Recognised among Ireland’s Best Workplaces in Hospitality and proudly Great Place to Work®-certified, The Gleneagle Hotel Group is a place where talent is nurtured, potential is realised, and careers are built from the inside out. Here, individuals don’t just find a job — they discover a path, with access to training, internal progression, and meaningful development at every stage.

At our core, we believe in the power of teamwork, inclusion, and shared excellence. An incredible 99% of our people say it’s a great place to work — and that pride runs deep. We champion diversity, work-life balance, and equal opportunity, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to thrive, innovate, and grow — both personally and professionally.

Across hospitality, events, and wellbeing, our teams shape more than experiences — they shape the future of Irish hospitality, together.

Company Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support job satisfaction, wellbeing, and work-life balance. Perks include:

Onsite Benefits: Free parking, complimentary meals, and tea & coffee while on duty.

Leisure Access: Enjoy our top-tier leisure facilities—including a gym, swimming pool, sauna, squash courts, and pitch & putt.

Staff Discounts: Reduced rates on family leisure memberships, hotel stays, dining, and event tickets for you and your loved ones.

Recognition & Rewards: We celebrate our team through Employee of the Month programs, annual awards, staff parties (including family-friendly events), and a complimentary 2-night stay for long-serving employees.

Wellbeing Support: Access to trained mental health first aiders, plus ongoing wellness and social events to promote balance and connection.

Join a team that values your contribution and invests in your personal and professional wellbeing.

Flexible schedule, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Free parking, Cycle to work, Event tickets, Discount on meals purchased , Discount on spa treatments or products, Discount in gift shop, Free meals during shifts, Wellbeing Scheme, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Annual performance review, Culture of recognition, Staff celebration events

Salary

Not disclosed