Dromoland Castle, one of Ireland's most prestigious 5* Hotels is currently recruiting for the position of Director of Weddings & Events. The ideal candidate must have experience working in a 4* or 5* Hotel and have managed all aspects of the Weddings & Events Department including budgets, forecasting along with proactive & reactive sales.  

Overview of Role:

• Direct day-to-day wedding and conference activities, plan and assign work, and establish performance and development goals for team members.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and regular feedback to help manage conflict and improve team member performance. 
• Educate and train team members in compliance with Dromoland Castle brand standards, service behaviours, and governmental regulations.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• Participate in the preparation and presenting of the annual departmental operating budget and financial plans for the upcoming year.
• Monitor budget and upsell products and services while minimising waste to increase revenue. 
• Complete forecasts, plans, and productivity reports for management. 
• Negotiate food and beverage prices, function space, and hotel services within approved departmental booking guidelines in conjunction with the Commercial Director.
• Develop the sales and marketing collateral for weddings and social events in conjunction with the Marketing team.
• Conduct banquet and catering facility and site tours and entertain clients to enhance the guest's meeting/banquet experience. 
• Work alongside Director of Resort Sales in the planning and selling of event space to maximise revenue for group business.
• Arrange all details of meetings and conventions to include room set-ups, staging, lighting, audio-visual, traffic flow, menus, decor, entertainment, group room blocks, and VIP services. 
• Attend and solicit external events such as wedding shows & corporate events business on behalf of Dromoland Castle both (domestically & internationally).

The Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum of 4 years experience working at a senior level in a 4* or 5* Hotel.
• Relevant 3rd year Qualification.
• To fit seamlessly into a very busy department and lead the Dromoland Castle Wedding Sales Team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a friendly & outgoing personality.
• The ability to thrive under pressure.
• Ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency and working knowledge of relevant Hotel Operating Systems.
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail.

Excellent benefits package with the role including but not limited to:

• Discounts on hotel accommodation, food, and beverage.
• Shared Staff Accommodation.
• Meals are provided whilst on duty.
• Free on-site parking. 
• Discounted leisure centre membership and leisure estate activities.
• Paid Breaks.
• Sunday Premiums.
• Pension.
• Free Gym & Leisure Centre membership.
• Recommend A Friend Scheme
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Training & Development Programmes
• Dromoland Castle Hotel is certified as a Great Place To Work

Candidates without the relevant work permit/visa to live & work in Ireland permanently will not be considered.