Graduate Manager Programme
Graduate Manager Programme

Windward

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Graduate Manager Programme

About the job

Windward are now accepting applications for their brand-new Graduate Management Programme commencing in Summer 2025.

The successful applicants will each be placed into a Graduate Manager role in one of our managed hotels across Ireland including Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort, Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, The Diamond Coast Hotel and Harvey’s Point Lakeside Resort.

 

About us

Windward are a team of highly experienced hotel operators and investors with a hotel portfolio of approx. 2,000 keys* in Ireland and Continental Europe.

Founded in 2007, Windward is a leading hospitality management company, managing and operating hotels on behalf of their owners.

 

The Programme

Commencing in May 2025, the new Windward Graduate Management Programme is an 18-month, rotational programme designed to equip graduates with the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to become future leaders in the hospitality industry by providing comprehensive training and hands-on experience across various departments within our hotels.

The programme is structured into six 3-month rotations across different departments across:

Front Office
Reservations & Revenue Management
Food & Beverage
Housekeeping
Support Functions (Finance, HR, Sales & Marketing)
Ops Management



This rotational approach allows graduates to gain in-depth experience and an understanding of each department's operations and how they interconnect to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

In addition to the day-to-day experience, Graduate Managers will be enrolled on numerous additional qualifications to enhance their professional and personal development including Management Training Level 5, Train the Trainer and much more.

With guidance from General Managers and HR, the programme will be underpinned by a curriculum of learning objectives that the graduate must achieve to ensure they are on the right track. Each graduate will also be assigned a mentor within the hotel to provide support and guidance.

The overall objective of the programme is to create a pipeline to secure and train excellent future managers and leaders across the group.

 

Requirements

3rd level degree in Hotel or Hospitality Management or related field of study
Willingness to relocate to location across Ireland (accommodation provided on temporary basis)
Passionate about hotels and the hospitality industry



Selection Process

Candidates will undergo a 3-stage selection process. An initial screening call, followed by a video interview and finally an onsite group recruitment day to take place early 2025


Applications are now open so apply today!
  • Number of positions: 5
  • Accommodation Assistance Provided (onsite)
  • Very competitive salary PRSA pension scheme Career progression opportunities across the Windward group Employee Assistance Programme Digital Wellness Programme Complimentary, high quality meals on duty including breakfast, lunch & dinner Complimentary barista-style coffee Discounted room & dining rates in Windward properties for you as well as friends and family Refer-a-friend scheme Training and development opportunities dedicated to your development Employee awards & staff recognition scheme including employee of the month, long service awards, team recognition days and random treat days Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Department: F&B service Housekeeping Reservations Other Guest Relations Bar F&B Management Reception Room Division Management

About you

3rd level degree in Hotel or Hospitality Management or related field of study
Willingness to relocate to location across Ireland (accommodation provided on temporary basis)
Passionate about hotels and the hospitality industry
  • Language required: English.

The company

Windward is a team of highly experienced hotel operators and investors with a hotel portfolio of approx. 2,000 keys* in Ireland and Continental Europe.

Founded in 2007, Windward is a leading hospitality management company, managing and operating hotels on behalf of their owners. We also have extensive experience and ensure that hotels are effectively managed through increasing sales and decreasing costs, leading to a greater return on investment for owners.

Windward operate 17 hotels across Ireland and Belgium including Harvey's Point (Donegal), Farnham Estate (Cavan), Aghadoe Heights (Kerry) and Mount Wolseley (Carlow)

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