Employer Description

Dalata Hotel Group is Ireland’s largest hotel operator and manages the Clayton and Maldron hotel brands across Ireland, the UK and Continental Europe. Clayton Hotels provide accommodation, dining, conferences and guest services in several Dublin locations, offering an international hospitality environment with structured training and career-development opportunities. 

Job Positions

Possible locations: Clayton Hotels throughout Dublin

Estimated Pay and Hours

Dalata normally advertises these positions with a “competitive salary” rather than a published rate. The estimates above reflect Dublin hospitality-market rates and Ireland’s adult minimum wage of €14.94 per hour from January 1, 2027. A current Clayton receptionist vacancy lists 39 hours per week, while some Food & Beverage positions are casual or part-time. 

Final pay, contract type, weekly hours, overtime, tips and shift premiums must be confirmed in the individual employment offer.

Receptionist

Main duties

• Welcome guests and provide professional front-desk service.
• Complete guest check-ins and check-outs.
• Process accommodation payments and deposits.
• Manage room reservations, cancellations and modifications.
• Answer telephone, email and in-person enquiries.
• Explain hotel facilities, services and local attractions.
• Coordinate guest requests with housekeeping and other departments.
• Maintain accurate records in the hotel-management system.
• Resolve basic complaints and escalate complex issues.
• Balance cash and card transactions at the end of the shift.

Preferred skills

• Strong spoken and written English.
• Professional appearance and communication.
• Previous customer-service or reception experience.
• Confidence using computers and reservation systems.
• Availability for mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Housekeeping / Accommodation Assistant

Main duties

• Clean and prepare guest bedrooms and bathrooms.
• Replace sheets, towels and guest amenities.
• Make beds according to hotel standards.
• Vacuum, dust and sanitize assigned areas.
• Replenish toiletries, beverages and room supplies.
• Report damage, maintenance issues and lost property.
• Organize linen and housekeeping equipment.
• Clean corridors and other assigned public areas.
• Follow hygiene, chemical-handling and workplace-safety procedures.
• Complete the assigned number of rooms within the scheduled shift.

Preferred skills

• Attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Physical ability to bend, lift and remain active throughout the shift.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous housekeeping experience is helpful but may not always be required.

The Dublin market reported an average of approximately €14.47 per hour for Accommodation Assistants during 2026, before the 2027 minimum-wage increase. 

Food & Beverage Floor Staff

Main duties

• Welcome and seat restaurant, bar or conference guests.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately.
• Serve meals, beverages and refreshments.
• Explain menu items and make recommendations.
• Prepare tables and service stations before opening.
• Clear and reset tables between guests.
• Process bills and payments when required.
• Maintain clean restaurant, bar and event areas.
• Follow food-safety and allergen procedures.
• Promote additional products and provide attentive guest service.

Dalata requires Food & Beverage Assistants to provide friendly and efficient service, maintain product knowledge, serve guests, clean restaurant areas and remain available for mornings, evenings and weekends. Previous fast-paced service experience is generally preferred. 

Kitchen Porter

Main duties

• Wash dishes, cookware, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a continuous supply of clean kitchenware.
• Clean floors, work surfaces and food-preparation areas.
• Remove waste and recycling safely.
• Receive, move and organize kitchen supplies.
• Assist chefs with basic non-cooking tasks when requested.
• Follow HACCP, hygiene and chemical-handling procedures.
• Keep storage and washing areas organized.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.

Dalata’s official description states that Kitchen Porters maintain kitchen cleanliness, supply clean cookware and utensils, assist the chef team and support HACCP standards. Morning, evening and weekend flexibility is normally required. Dalata

Employee Benefits

Benefits currently advertised by Dalata include:

• Free employee meals while on duty.
• 50% discount on food and beverages at participating properties.
• Employee room rate of approximately €60 at Dalata-owned hotels.
• 30% Friends & Family accommodation discount.
• One additional annual-leave day for every year worked, up to five extra days.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work and transportation schemes.
• Access to pension arrangements, subject to local eligibility.
• Training and professional development through the Dalata Academy.
• Staff-appreciation activities, team-building events and internal advancement opportunities. 

Benefits may depend on contract type, length of employment and the assigned property.

Transportation

• Airport pickup and daily employee transportation have not been confirmed.
• Public-transport options depend on the assigned hotel.
• City-centre properties are generally accessible by Dublin Bus, Luas or DART.
• Dublin Airport hotels may provide guest shuttles, but employee access to them should not be assumed.
• Early breakfast, housekeeping or kitchen shifts may begin before some public-transport services operate.
• Participants should compare the shift schedule with available transport before accepting accommodation.

Area Description — Dublin, Ireland

Dublin offers international hospitality workers a lively combination of history, culture, nightlife and professional experience. Clayton Hotels operate in city-centre, suburban and airport areas, allowing participants to experience different sides of the capital while interacting with guests from Ireland and around the world.

Popular attractions include Trinity College, Dublin Castle, St. Stephen’s Green, Temple Bar, the Guinness Storehouse, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum and the River Liffey. Coastal communities such as Howth, Malahide and Dún Laoghaire are also accessible using public transportation. www.visitdublin.com

Dublin is especially attractive for young participants seeking to improve their English and gain international hospitality experience. Restaurants, live music, sporting events and a multicultural social environment provide plenty to do outside work, although housing costs and commuting times should be planned carefully.