This job expired on 5th May 2025
Banqueting Manager
We are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Banqueting Manager to lead and coordinate all aspects of our weddings, banquets, and private functions.
This is a pivotal role within our Food & Beverage team, ensuring seamless service delivery, high guest satisfaction, and consistent operational excellence across all banqueting events within the Castle on the Estate.
About the role
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the planning, setup, and execution of all banqueting events, from intimate dinners to large-scale weddings.
Lead the banqueting service team, ensuring professional, efficient, and attentive service at every event.
Liaise closely with the Events Team, Executive Chef, Head Chef and other departments to ensure every function is flawlessly delivered.
Manage staffing levels, rosters, and team performance in line with event requirements.
Uphold the highest standards of guest service, presentation, and health & safety compliance.
Monitor stock, equipment, and function room readiness to ensure smooth event turnover.
Handle guest feedback professionally, making service improvements as needed.
Support the training and development of the banqueting team, fostering a culture of excellence and hospitality.
Requirements:
At least 1 years' experience in banqueting, events, or hospitality management, preferably in a luxury or high-volume environment.
Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills.
Strong leadership qualities with a hands-on, proactive approach.
Keen attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high standards.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as dictated by event schedules.
A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
Benefits:
Competitive salary package.
Meals provided while on duty.
Discounts across the estate’s services and experiences.
Opportunities for professional development and progression.
A beautiful and inspiring work environment within one of Ireland’s premier hospitality destinations.
Castle Leslie Estate
Castle Leslie Estate is set on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodland and glittering lakes. It is one of the last great Irish Castle estates still in the hands of its founding family. Since the 1660s the distinguished and somewhat individual Leslie family have lived on the Estate.
One of Castle Leslie Estate’s finest assets is its employees, and we are always looking for very friendly, highly skilled and professional staff to join our existing team.
Castle Leslie Estate has been officially recognised as a Great Place to Work® for the last four years.

Nestled on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodlands and glittering lakes, Castle Leslie Estate is one of the last great Irish estates still in the hands of its founding family. The Leslie Family arrived in Ireland in the 16th Century and bought the Estate at that time. Today, this Irish estate is led by the current custodian, Sammy Leslie. Her overwhelming desire is to protect the Estate for future generations.

Castle Leslie Estate has been officially recognised as one of the Best Workplaces in Ireland™ and a Great Place to Work® for the last three years. It boils down to trust. Great Place to Work helps organisations quantify their culture and produce better business results by creating a high-trust work experience for all employees. Their unparalleled benchmark data is used to recognise Great Place to Work-Certified™ companies and the Best Workplaces™. Everything they do is driven by the mission to build a better world by helping every organization become a Great Place to Work. One of Castle Leslie Estate’s finest assets is its employees, and we are always looking for very friendly, highly skilled and professional staff to join our existing team. A flexible attitude, excellent inter-personal and customer service skills are key requirements. We provide a competitive salary, an excellent working environment and unique benefits for the right candidates.
Our benefits
Vacation, Paid time off
Employee development programs
Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
A diversity program
Free parking
Cycle to work
Competitive salary
Event tickets
Preferential room rates
Family and friends rates
Discount on meals purchased
Discount on spa treatments or products
Discount in gift shop
Long service recognition
Free meals during shifts
Free parking or Discounted parking
Employee Assistance Scheme
Wellbeing Scheme
Work With Charities
Social Opportunities
Employee of the Month
Employee Recognition Scheme
Annual performance review
Culture of recognition
On the job learning
Progression opportunities
Bereavement leave
Long service awards
Staff celebration events
Company employee App
Banqueting Manager
Castle Leslie Estate is set on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodland and glittering lakes. It is one of the last great Irish Castle estates still in the hands of its founding family. Since the 1660s the distinguished and somewhat individual Leslie family have lived on the Estate.
One of Castle Leslie Estate’s finest assets is its employees, and we are always looking for very friendly, highly skilled and professional staff to join our existing team.
Castle Leslie Estate has been officially recognised as a Great Place to Work® for the last four years.



