Food & Beverage Manager
Posted 5 days 2 hours ago by Windward Management Ltd
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on Food & Beverage Manager to play a leading role in delivering outstanding service across all our outlets.
Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will lead the floor, mentor the team, and drive standards and profitability across bar, restaurant, weddings, and events.
This is a senior leadership role in a growing venue - ideal for an ambitious hospitality professional ready to step up and make their mark.
About The Diamond Coast
Located in Enniscrone, The Diamond Coast Hotel commands a prime location overlooking the breathtaking Enniscrone championship golf course, dune lands and stunning five kilometres of golden beaches, perfect for water sports, swimming and long walks. The luxury accommodation at the Diamond Coast Hotel comprises of 99 well appointed, spacious and tastefully decorated guest rooms. Many guest rooms enjoy views over Enniscrone Golf Course and the stunning dunes.
The Coral Restaurant at the Diamond Coast Hotel offers a warm welcome, excellent cuisine, great wines, relaxing surroundings and friendly hotel staff to attend to your every need. Additional facilities include a crystal adorned banqueting suite perfect for your wedding day, seating up to 400 guests, meeting rooms and Stir Bistro.
About Windward Management
The Diamond Coast Hotel is managed by Windward Management.
Windward Management is a team of highly experienced hotel operators and investors with a hotel portfolio of approx. 2,200 keys in Ireland and Continental Europe. Founded in 2007, Windward is a leading hospitality management company, managing and operating hotels on behalf of their owners
About the roleKey Responsibilities
Leadership & Culture
To be "hands on" and lead by example in service delivery and be operationally focused
Lead, motivate and inspire great customer service
Mentor and support the Restaurant Manager, Bar Manager, supervisors, and Front of House team
Lead from the floor during busy service, weddings, and events
Run daily briefings, ensure strong communication, and foster a respectful, high-performance culture
Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and staff development
To ensure payroll is managed on a weekly basis
- Recruitment and selection of team members
- To ensure all employment legislation is adhered to
Guest Experience
Oversee service across bar, restaurant, events, and coffee dock
Maintain high standards of atmosphere, presentation, and service
- Respond to guest feedback with professionalism and care
Commercial & Operational Performance
Forecast sales, manage rotas, and control labour costs
- Work with our stock auditors to control beverage and inventory performance
- Support upselling and guest engagement initiatives
- Collaborate with the Head Chef to keep FOH and kitchen aligned
- To ensure payroll is managed on a weekly basis
- Recruitment and selection of team members
- To ensure all employment legislation is adhered to
Systems & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, licensing, and safety standards
- Manage purchasing, stock, cash handling, and supplier systems
- Contribute to monthly management meetings and long-term planning
- To work with the HRManager to ensure all HR policies and procedures are implemented and to ensure training and employee engagement initiatives are carried out throughout the property.
Who You Are
A confident leader with 3+ years in a senior F&B or hospitality management role
- Skilled in leading, motivating, and developing teams
- Calm under pressure with excellent floor presence
- Knowledgeable in restaurant, bar, and event service standards
- Strong with budgets, rotas, stock, and supplier systems (experience with Lightspeed, Unify, or Bizimply an advantage)
- Flexible to work evenings and weekends on a five-day roster
Windward Management Limited is a trusted leader in hospitality management, renowned for delivering operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Dublin, the company specializes in managing hotels across Ireland, blending strategic expertise with personalized service. With a strong commitment to innovation, employee development, and quality, Windward Management offers an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about making a meaningful impact in the hospitality industry.