Type of contract : Other
Location : Cong, Mayo, Ireland
Activity : Other
Experience required : No information
Published on 27/04/2026
Gate and Doorman - Luxury 5-star hotel
What's in it for you?
- Professional, award winning learning and development opportunities from day one.
- Enhanced paid maternity leave & paternity leave.
- 50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets.
- Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels worldwide.
- Two paid volunteering days each year, because we care about our community.
- Access to immediate Employee Assistance Programme, because we care about our employees.
- Vibrant hotel recognition events every month and hotel-based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter).
- Social and team building events per hotel.
- Free meals on duty.
- Complimentary uniform and dry-cleaning services.
- Discounted rates with local businesses and third-party service providers.
- Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability).
- Friend and family referral bonus scheme.
- Holiday allowance increasing with service, up to 25 days.
We are seeking a professional and welcoming Gate and Doorman to join our team. As the first point of contact for our guests, you will play a key role in delivering an exceptional first impression and ensuring a seamless arrival and departure experience, as well as the privacy of the estate. This position reports directly to the Estate Manager.
Location: Ashford Castle
Employment type: Part-Time
Working pattern: This varies - up to 5 days per week, typically would be 3 days per week
Key Responsibilities of a Gate and Doorman:
- Warmly welcome guests and assist with luggage handling upon arrival and departure.
- Provide courteous and efficient assistance at the entrance, opening doors and guiding guests.
- Offer helpful and knowledgeable advice about Irelands attractions, transport, and local amenities.
- Answering general guest queries and ensuring the lobby and front area of the hotel is presentable and clean at all times.
- Keeping the estate private for our residents, and interacting with the locals of the area.
- A positive and welcoming attitude with excellent communication skills.
- Previous experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel or hospitality setting.
- Ability to handle luggage and assist guests efficiently and professionally.
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.
