Faithlegg House Hotel & Golf Club in Co. Waterford, part of FBD Hotels & Resorts, has announced the promotion of Chris Boland to deputy general manager at the four-star country house.
Boland originally joined Faithlegg as duty manager in 2015.
'Fantastic Opportunity'
"I am very excited to start my new role within Faithlegg," said Boland.
"It’s a fantastic opportunity for me and a role I have worked towards since I began my hospitality career."
Background
Originally from Waterford, Boland started his hospitality career when he was just 15, completing work experience followed by a summer job as porter at Dooley's Hotel in Waterford city.
He took on a variety of roles in the hotel, including waiter and bartender, where he was promoted to bar supervisor.
During this time, Boland completed a business degree in 2008 from South East Technology University (WIT) before returning to Dooley's Hotel where he progressed to bar manager, before becoming duty manager in 2010 and then food and beverage manager in 2013.
Promotion
Boland joined Faithlegg as duty manager in 2015 before he progressed to food & beverage manager in 2018, followed by operations manager in 2022 and this year, Boland was promoted to deputy general manager.
He will work closely with general manager, Eddie Flynn.
'Wonderful Team'
"Faithlegg is a property I am very proud to work with and the Faithlegg family are a wonderful team to have around me," said Boland.
"I look forward to welcoming our guests as deputy general manager this year and beyond."
FBD Hotels & Resorts
Faithlegg, part of FBD Hotels & Resorts, offers luxury accommodation options, an award-winning golf course and woodland surroundings.
The hotel was recently named in the ‘Top 52 places to visit in 2024’ by the New York Times.
