Director of Operations – Hospitality

About Your New Employer

• Join a highly supportive and collaborative team in a renowned hotel environment.
• Experience a work culture where departments work together, and staff wellbeing is a true priority.
• Enjoy access to professional training and ongoing career development in a dynamic, rewarding setting.

About Your New Job as Director of Operations

• As Director of Operations, you will manage day-to-day operations across all hotel departments, including food & beverage, front desk, housekeeping, maintenance, conference & banqueting, and guest services.
• Lead, support, and inspire the food & beverage team, with direct responsibility for a large team of staff across multiple outlets.
• Report directly to the General Manager and play a key role in driving service standards, compliance, and business performance.
• Take ownership of budgets, labour costs, team recruitment, training, and guest experience.
• Work a 39-hour week over 5 days, including weekends (flexible scheduling).
• Embrace a hands-on management style, championing excellence and collaboration across departments.

What Skills You Need as Director of Operations

• 2 years experience in a similar senior operations role within a 4 or 5 star hotel setting.
• Demonstrable leadership of large teams and direct management of food & beverage outlets.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality operations, financial oversight, and guest service excellence.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work weekends, with flexibility on scheduling.
• Reside within commuting distance (up to one hour) or be open to relocating.

What's on Offer?

• Attractive base salary and commercial bonus scheme.
• 20 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays. 
• Company pension contribution and annual health insurance contribution.
• Access to wide-ranging employee benefits (training, staff discounts, recognition schemes, and more).
• On-site accommodation (staff house) available for those needing to relocate.
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on development and wellbeing.

What's Next?

Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now” button or email cgallagher@sigmar.ie with a copy of your CV. Shortlisted candidates will participate in two interview rounds, with options for video interviews depending on location.