Type of contract : Permanent Contract
Location : Cong, Mayo, Ireland
Activity : F&B
Experience required : No information
Published on 07/05/2026
We are looking for a Bar Person to join our team. We are looking for someone with previous bar experience and with excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail who enjoys delivering personalised service to guests.
Location: Ashford Castle, Cong, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Working pattern: 5 days over 7 (including some weekends & Bank Holidays)
What's in it for you?
- Professional, award winning training and development opportunities
- Discounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection
- Annual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events
- Discounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities)
- Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
- Free meals on duty
- Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire
- Recommend friend and family bonus scheme
- Two paid volunteering days each year
- Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days
- Hotel based recognition incentives
- Free access to Employee Assistance Programme
Key Responsibilities of a Bar Person:
- Provide exceptional, 5-star service to guests, ensuring a memorable experience in the bar area.
- Clean and prepare the bar area before service, ensuring it’s well-stocked and ready for guest orders.
- Take orders from guests for drinks and food, delivering them promptly and professionally.
- Always maintain the bar and service areas to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Work closely with the Bar Supervisor and Bar Manager to ensure smooth operations and excellent guest satisfaction.
- Experience as a Bar Person in a bar setting, ideally within a luxury hotel or fine-dining environment.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with guests and colleagues.
- A keen eye for detail to ensure all service aspects are carried out to the highest standards.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with a positive and proactive attitude.
With origins dating back to the 13th century, magnificent Ashford Castle has witnessed a rich and storied history, evolving from a medieval fortress to a grand retreat. Throughout the years, the castle has hosted royalty, nobility, and prominent figures, earning a reputation as one of Ireland's most iconic and celebrated landmarks.
The royal adventure begins as you enter through the grand stone gates of our Forbes Five-Star hotel. Now a proud part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, the magnificent Ashford Castle has stood sentinel on the shores of Lough Corrib for over 800 years. With an estate of such spectacular proportions, every moment spent within its grounds creates indelible memories. Once home to the Guinness family and today a multi-generational resort, Ashford Castle is lovingly managed by a dedicated team that passionately cares about every single guest.
