Antonio Mezzapelle, Food and Beverage Manager

Contact me: amezzapelle@thekilleshin.com

I studied hotel catering and tourism in the late 90’s. Since then I have worked in many 4 star properties and covered all aspects of hotel operations. I have been working in portlaoise for the last 8 years and for the last 2 years I have been working here in the Killeshin Hotel. My favourite chef’s dish is the crab cakes yum.

Bernadette Culleton, Duty Manager

Contact me:    bculleton@thekilleshin.com

I have worked in the hotel industry over 7 years and the last 4 of these here in the Killeshin Hotel.  I love meeting people, there is always something new happening everyday.

Favourite dish: Mushroom on brioche. Perfect lunchtime snack and generous portions, its pure perfection.

Michelle Campion, National Sales Manager

Contact me:    mcampion@thekilleshin.com

I have worked in the hotel industry over 15 years, mostly in the sales field which I love.  Having have worked in many 4 star properties all over Leinster during the past number of years, I have never experienced such team spirit as I have here in the Killeshin.
Favourite dish: ‘Fish and chips’. I only allow myself to have this as a treat but it is the traditional fare at is very best.

Olivia Maye, Leisure Centre Manager

Contact me:     omaye@thekilleshin.com

I’ve been in the Leisure Industry for over 10 years, in top class venues throughout Ireland.  I hold numerous additional certs   for an extensive selection of leisure skills.
I have a keen interest in Spinning and Camogie. Winner of Senior Camogie 2005 Player of the Year.
Favourite dish:  Spicy Chicken Wings Served on Mixed leaves with Barbeque Sauce

Pauline Barry, Conference and Banqueting Manager

Contact me:     pbarry@thekilleshin.com

Over 20 years experience in the Hotel Industry with extensive knowledge of the conference and banqueting business.
Favourite Dish: Fillet of Fresh Irish Salmon with teriyaki sauce, steamed vegetables with new potatoes. Absolutely mouth watering!

Theresa Fennelly, Reservations Co-Ordinator

Contact me:     tfennelly@thekilleshin.com

I am over 8 years working in the hotel industry, having worked my up from a junior receptionist & on occasion waitress to my current role as reservations & sales co-ordinator.  I enjoy all aspects of my job but in particular meeting & chatting to new people on a daily basis as.
Favourite dish: Goats Cheese Bruschetta & The Killeshin Caesar Salad, yum

Kevin McCarthy, Night Manager

Contact: nightconcierge@thekilleshin.com

 I have over 5 years bar management in a local pub, 2 years experience in a 5 star hotel as bars supervisor and I am 3 years in my current position as Night Manager.

My Chef’s favourite dish: Sirloin Steak served with chips and peppercorn sauce