Role: Head Bartender
Location: The Burren Region, Co. Clare, Ireland
Salary / Rate of pay: €35,000 per annum + Exceptional Tips
Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with an award-winning, family-owned luxury boutique hotel located in the breathtaking Burren region in the West of Ireland. We have a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and skilled Head Bartender to lead their beverage offering.
What's in it for you?
Subsidised Live-in Accommodation: High-quality accommodation including Wi-Fi, electricity, and heating.
Fantastic Perks: 50% off Hotels
Meals & Drinks Provided: 2 x meals per day (7 days a week during the season), plus barista coffee, tea, and mineral water.
Great Work-Life Balance: 20 days holiday + 10 bank holidays, with the hotel fully closed across December and January.
Excellent Earnings Potential: An equal share of credit card tips paid monthly (averaging an additional €250 - €485 per month).
Referral Scheme: Up to £250 via Platinum Recruitment.Package
€32,500 - €35,000 p/a (DOE)
Substantial monthly credit card tips
Subsidised live-in accommodationWhy choose our Client?
This is a truly magical, family-owned 21-bedroom luxury hotel that stands as a beacon of hospitality in the West of Ireland. Renowned for its world-class standards, the property boasts a spectacular fine dining restaurant (maximum 42 covers) and a sophisticated bar serving light lunches, residents' breakfast, and premium Afternoon Tea.
The properties' dedication to excellence is unmatched, holding an array of sensational accolades achieved over the last 12 months, including:
Awarded & Retained 1 Michelin Key (One of only 14 hotels in Ireland)
Best Restaurant & Best Fine Dining Experience - Ireland (YesChef Awards)
Top 10 - Ireland's 100 Best Places to Stay (The Sunday Times)
18 Best Hotels in Ireland (Condé Nast Traveller)What's involved?
As the Head Bartender, you will take full ownership of the bar operations, ensuring a seamless, high-end guest experience that complements the hotel's Michelin-recognised dining. You will be responsible for curated cocktail creation, beverage stock control, and delivering impeccable service across breakfast, lunch, Afternoon Tea, and evening service. Leading by example, you will maintain pristine standards and foster a welcoming atmosphere for both residents and visitors.
Sound like the role for you?
Then we would love to hear from you! Click Apply Now and one of the team will be in touch to discuss this exciting Head Bartender position in Ireland.
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Consultant: Natasha Seadon
Job Number: (phone number removed) / INDF&B
Job Role: Head Bartender
Location: Co. Clare, Ireland
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