Food & Beverage Host - The Oak Room

There has never been a more exciting time to join the team at Adare Manor, and we are delighted to be recruiting for a FullTime Host to join our Oak Room team.

About The Oak Room

The Oak Room, our Michelinstar restaurant, offers an elegant seasonal tasting menu created by Head Chef Michael Tweedie and his team. Inspired by exceptional Irish ingredients sourced from passionate growers, farmers, fishermen, and producers across the island, The Oak Room delivers a polished yet relaxed dining experience in one of Ireland's most enchanting settings.

Less than two years after its debut, The Oak Room received Michelin star recognition in October 2019, becoming the only starred restaurant in County Limerick. Located in the original family dining room of Adare Manor, the Oak Room remains the heart of the house-a place where guests are invited to enjoy food prepared with passion, precision, and deep respect for seasonality.

Role Overview

Our Host team is at the forefront of our Food & Beverage offering, acting as the first point of contact for our guests and ensuring they feel warmly welcomed from the moment they arrive. As ambassadors of the hotel, Hosts confidently present our menus, offer informed recommendations, and deliver a seamless arrival experience while upholding the highest standards of hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Warmly welcome guests and provide an exceptional first impression in line with our service standards
• Present menus confidently and offer thoughtful, knowledgeable recommendations
• Manage dining reservations, ensuring accurate confirmations and prompt communication
• Oversee dayof table plans to support optimal table yield and smooth service flow
• Provide operational support to the floor team during busy service periods
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of guest interaction
• Deliver a seamless, refined and memorable experience for every guest

Candidate Requirements

• Highly organised and efficient, with strong communication skills
• Wellspoken, polished, and naturally warm in guest interactions
• Computer literate, with experience using reservation or table management systems (advantageous)
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and proactive in a fastpaced environment
• A genuine passion for hospitality and exceeding guest expectations

Who We Are Looking For

We look forward to meeting experienced, engaging, and servicedriven candidates who are passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Individuals who strive to go beyond expectations and who take pride in creating memorable moments will thrive in this role.