The Armada Hotel in Co Clare is to create more than 100 new jobs in its recruitment drive, 'The Quest for Ireland's Best'.
The jobs are being created as a result of a €3 million redevelopment plan due for completion in February 2022 at the four star Spanish Point hotel.
The renovation project, which was placed on hold last year due to the pandemic, will see the delivery of a large extension housing 'Aileen's' - a new 90-seater restaurant with a sustainable energy kitchen; a new ocean bar; a private dining area; and a dedicated space for wedding arrivals with panoramic views.
The remainder of the renovation works will take place in January when the hotel is closed to guests.
To facilitate its 'Quest for Ireland's Best' to fill all 100 jobs by February, the hotel has opened its own "recruitment agency" in a beach hut by the sea at Spanish Point.
The Armada is seeking 100 new team members to join them immediately which they say offers a great life in hospitality by the sea.
Hotel owner and managing director John Burke said; "We're building a world-class extension to give our guests the most authentic experience of life by the coast.
"That's what we have to offer as a career too: the chance to work in one of Ireland's most innovative hotels, offering something few other establishments are facilitating, a healthier approach to working hours, pay and conditions that means our team and their families get to truly enjoy life ... by the sea."
The hotelier also commented on the ongoing issues affecting the hospitality industry and called for change within the sector in order to attract and retain staff.
He said hospitality employers need to rethink the workplace environments they create in order to make careers in the sector more appealing.
