Food & Beverage Assistant

Role overview

Dalata Hotel Group is hiring a Food & Beverage Assistant for its property in Corrandulla, County Galway, Ireland. This is a site-based, full-time role focused on delivering warm, efficient service to hotel guests.

You’ll report to the Food & Beverage Manager and the Operations Manager. The position includes structured learning through Dalata Academy, with support from experienced colleagues to help you build your skills and progress within the business. Dalata also places strong emphasis on internal promotion and career growth.

Benefits

• Complimentary staff meals while on shift
• 50% discount on food and beverage in all properties
• Employee room rate of €/£60 across Dalata-owned hotels
• 30% discount for friends and family rates
• Additional annual leave: one extra day for each year worked, up to a maximum of 5 extra days
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme and transport schemes
• Access to pension arrangements; local pension details can be confirmed with HR
• Learning and development support through Dalata Academy
• Staff appreciation activities, team-building events, and charity initiatives

What the role involves

• Greeting repeat guests by name and making them feel recognized and valued
• Maintaining a solid understanding of food and wine so you can offer suitable recommendations
• Delivering service in a courteous, polished, and professional manner at all times
• Actively suggesting and selling items to help improve revenue whenever possible
• Keeping the bar and restaurant areas clean and well maintained
• Serving food and beverages to guests

What you’ll need

• Prior experience in a similar role is required
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Experience in a busy, high-pressure, fast-moving setting
• Strong spoken English and clear communication skills
• Experience with Micros would be an advantage
• Hotel experience is preferred

About Dalata Hotel Group

Dalata Hotel Group is focused on delivering a welcoming hospitality experience across the hotels it owns and operates. The company continues to expand in Ireland, the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands, with further growth planned in major UK cities, Dublin, and across Continental Europe.

Employee development is a major priority, and the organisation offers a range of internal programmes designed to help people advance in their careers. Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an inclusive employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. If you need any adjustments during the application process, you should indicate this while applying.