Captain - Jara by Martín Berasategui

Dorchester Collection; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel group in Dubai seeks a Captain for its F&B outlet, responsible for operations, staff training, and ensuring guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have experience in luxury hospitality, strong communication skills, and a passion for service excellence. This role offers competitive salary, world-class development opportunities, and various company benefits including complimentary stays and medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Package

World-class Development Opportunities

Complimentary stays with breakfast included

50% off at bars and restaurants

Meals on Duty

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Flight Allowance every 24 months

Shared Company Accommodation

Company provided transportation

Uniform provided with laundry

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury hotels and restaurants in the Middle East.
• Fluent in English; other languages like Arabic, Italian, French, Spanish, or German are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the F&B outlet.
• Train and mentor waitstaff.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and service are maintained.
• Optimize restaurant reservations and revenue generation.

Skills

Customer service skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to upsell

Education

Relevant professional certification or hotel school diploma

Job description

Overview

Who we are Our Hotels We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is after all our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family we will support your development by nurturing your personality creating a transparent culture of trust collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programs you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.

Treasured by guests. Cherished by employees. Celebrated worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA reflected by our core values of Passion Personality Respect Working Together and Creativity.

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Reference 2025-5506 Hotel

The Lana - Dorchester Collection

Division & Department

Food & Beverage - Restaurant

Job Title

Captain - Jara by Martn Berasategui

Contract Type

Permanent

Status

Full time

What you’ll get

As a Captain at The Lana Dorchester Collection Dubai here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:

• Competitive Salary Package
• World-class Development Opportunities
• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in our sister Dorchester Collection hotels.
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our sister Dorchester Collection hotels
• Meals on Duty
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flight Allowance every 24 months
• Shared Company Accommodation
• Company provided transportation to and from work
• Uniform provided by the Company with complimentary laundry
• Service Charge

What you’ll do

• You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the F&B outlet to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• You will be in charge of warmly greeting guests assigned to your area of the restaurant presenting the menu recommending and upselling menu items through your passion and knowledge ensuring the highest guest satisfaction.
• Serving others is your passion you will be ensuring the outlet is in immaculate condition and all service standards are adhered to by the supporting team members.
• You will also be in charge of training and mentoring the entire team of waiters ensuring their knowledge is second to none and they are able to assist our guests in the best possible way.
• Our values of Passion Personality Respect Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Captain youll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
• You are aware of revenue targets and ensuring these are achieved and exceeded simultaneously all costs are controlled within pre-set budgets including beverage cost and other expenses.
• By taking part in a daily team briefing pre-service you ensure you are well informed of the daily happenings around the hotel as well as the upcoming service.
• During your daily routine you liaise with other departments when required to ensure an immaculate presentation of your outlet high standards of cleanliness as well as maintenance are upheld at all times including restaurant furniture equipment floors fixtures and fittings.
• Together with your team of hostesses you ensure the restaurant reservations are optimized to ensure well-controlled productivity optimal guest satisfaction and optimized revenue generation.
• In collaboration with your service team you ensure fantastic quality of beverage preparation presentation and beverage inventory control.

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Captain but well make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

What you’ll bring

• Youll bring your unique personality and passion to the role and the team with your can-do spirit and a positive attitude at all times.
• You have a talent for delighting guests by leading a team of passionate individuals and striving for excellence.
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
• As a detail orientated and hands-on team player with strong interpersonal skills you will thrive on mentoring high potential team members to achieve better results and celebrate success within the team.
• English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language. Other languages including Arabic Italian French Spanish or German are highly desirable.
• You will have a relevant professional certification or hotel school diploma and bring a wealth of past experience working for luxury hotels and restaurants in the Middle East. You will have a relevant professional certification or hotel school diploma and bring a wealth of past experience working for luxury hotels and restaurants in the Middle East.

Job Location

United Arab Emirates

Location

Dubai