Restaurant jobs in Bantry, County Cork

Looking to earn extra money before returning to college? The Maritime Hotel in Bantry is offering a fantastic seasonal opportunity to join our Restaurant & Bar team as a Food & Beverage Assistant. Perfect for students seeking valuable hospitality experience, flexible seasonal work, and a busy, friendly environment.

About The Role

As part of our F&B team, you’ll be the welcoming face of our service — ensuring guests enjoy a smooth, friendly, and memorable dining experience. Please note: this position involves split shifts, typical of busy seasonal hotel operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet, seat, and assist guests in a warm and professional manner
• Take and serve food and beverage orders accurately, including cocktails
• Support service by setting, clearing, and maintaining tables
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely and correct order delivery
• Keep the restaurant and bar areas clean, organised, and fully stocked
• Share local knowledge and personal recommendations to enhance guest experience
• Maintain consistently high service standards throughout every shift

  What We’re Looking For

  • Friendly, positive, and customer‑focused attitude

  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work split shifts during busy seasonal periods
  • Team player who thrives in a fast‑paced environment
  • Previous experience is helpful but not essential

Why Join Us?

At The Maritime Hotel, we believe in creating memorable experiences not just for our guests, but for our team members too. With a supportive environment, attractive perks, and real opportunities for development, you’ll be joining a team that values passion, teamwork, and pride in our beautiful local community.

Required Criteria

• Friendly, professional, and committed to delivering great guest experiences

Desired Criteria

Skills Needed

Exceptional Customer Service Skills

About The Company

Rooted in the heart of Munster and guided by the third generation of the O’Donoghue family, The Gleneagle Hotel Group is more than a business — it's a legacy of hospitality, connection, and community. What began as a family-run hotel has grown into one of Ireland’s most dynamic hospitality groups, now the largest employer in Munster’s tourism sector, with over 500 passionate team members during peak seasons.

With a portfolio that includes the Gleneagle Hotel & Apartments, The Maritime Hotel in Bantry, and Gleneagle Arena, the group offers far more than jobs — it offers careers with purpose. From front-of-house service to live entertainment and event management, every role contributes to creating unforgettable experiences for guests and lasting pride for our people.

Company Culture

Recognised among Ireland’s Best Workplaces in Hospitality and proudly Great Place to Work®-certified, The Gleneagle Hotel Group is a place where talent is nurtured, potential is realised, and careers are built from the inside out. Here, individuals don’t just find a job — they discover a path, with access to training, internal progression, and meaningful development at every stage.

At our core, we believe in the power of teamwork, inclusion, and shared excellence. An incredible 99% of our people say it’s a great place to work — and that pride runs deep. We champion diversity, work-life balance, and equal opportunity, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to thrive, innovate, and grow — both personally and professionally.

Across hospitality, events, and wellbeing, our teams shape more than experiences — they shape the future of Irish hospitality, together.

Company Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support job satisfaction, wellbeing, and work-life balance. Perks include:

Onsite Benefits: Free parking, complimentary meals, and tea & coffee while on duty.

Leisure Access: Enjoy our top-tier leisure facilities—including a gym, swimming pool, sauna, squash courts, and pitch & putt.

Staff Discounts: Reduced rates on family leisure memberships, hotel stays, dining, and event tickets for you and your loved ones.

Recognition & Rewards: We celebrate our team through Employee of the Month programs, annual awards, staff parties (including family-friendly events), and a complimentary 2-night stay for long-serving employees.

Wellbeing Support: Access to trained mental health first aiders, plus ongoing wellness and social events to promote balance and connection.

Join a team that values your contribution and invests in your personal and professional wellbeing.

Flexible schedule, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Event tickets, Preferential room rates, Family and friends rates, Discount on meals purchased , Discount on spa treatments or products, Discount in gift shop, Free meals during shifts, Wellbeing Scheme, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events, Company employee App

Salary

Not disclosed