Conference Manager, Kildare

Location:

On site / Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland job type:

Permanent / Full-time Sector and subsector:

Hospitality Management / Head Office Salary:

Negotiable salary

At Killashee we believe in bringing together the most talented hospitality professionals to work together and provide wonderful guest experiences. We hire self‑motivated people, train them to do their job superbly and create a working environment where they can flourish and develop their careers.

We now have a fantastic new opportunity for

Conference Manager

to join our team and contribute to the future success of Killashee Hotel.

Conference and Meeting room spaces have been refurbished and redesigned providing state‑of‑the‑art facilities for our customers to enjoy.

Objective of the Role Reporting to the Operations Manager, Conference Manager will be responsible for the smooth running of all conferences in the hotel, and ensure that our guests experience the highest quality service at meetings and events.

Main Duties

To ensure that our customer receive excellent during conferences and meetings

Responsible for correct rostering within the department

Engage with guest and act upon guest feedback, actively encouraging customer reviews

Ensuring SOPs are updated and all team members are fully trained

Provide team training on our standards and customer service

Working alongside and supporting Operations Manager in all departmental projects, initiatives

Motivate and create an engaging work environment for all the team members

To have excellent product knowledge and enjoy sharing it

Responsible for guiding and mentoring team members to ensure that they are continuing to learn and develop

Key Requirements

2 years of previous experience in a similar role

Self‑motivated and have positive attitude

Passionate about hospitality and excellent service

Flexible with hours/ own transport

Strong interpersonal, leadership, time management and organisational skills

Benefits

Professional Growth&Development Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities to support your career progression. External&Internal programmes provided.

Complimentary Leisure Centre Membership Enjoy full access to our leisure facilities to help you stay active and well. Includes access to all offered classes, use of sauna, jacuzzi and swimming pool.

Exclusive Employee Rates Discounted stays at FBD Hotels&Resorts - perfect for your well‑deserved breaks. Five hotels in Ireland and 2 hotels in Spain.

Employee Assistance Programme&Wellness Initiatives Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellness initiatives to support your overall wellbeing.

Insurance Discounts Affinity rates on home, car, and travel insurance through FBD Insurance.

Free On‑Site Parking Hassle‑free and secure parking available for all team members.

Meals Provided on Duty Fresh and nutritious meals provided while you work. Facilities for unlimited amount of tea and coffee during the shift hours.

Employee Referral Programme Recommend great people and earn rewards through our referral incentive scheme.

Team Social Events Regular events that bring our team together to relax and connect outside of work. From summer parties, staff sports days to team building activities, and not forgetting annual Christmas party.

Flexible Scheduling Shift patterns designed to support a healthy work‑life balance.

Positive Team Culture A welcoming, inclusive and diverse environment that values teamwork, respect, and recognition. Fostering positive work culture through living by companies' core values.

Recognition Programmes Celebrate achievements and milestones through our dedicated team recognition initiatives. Monthly staff recognition celebration alongside our GEM awards, Quarterly Manager awards and other recognition for individual or team milestones.

At Killashee we thrive to succeed in all areas of the hotel by incorporating our company values, as a team we think about the guest in everything we do, we treat each other with respect, we work cohesively as one team, we are creative and think outside the box and finally we have a can‑do approach and take accountability.

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