Head Waiter

Atlantis Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality destination in Dubai is seeking a passionate Head Waiter for its fine dining restaurant, Ayamna. This role involves supporting the service team to ensure exceptional dining experiences, welcoming guests, and maintaining high-quality service standards. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience in high-volume restaurants, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a diverse environment. Attractive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Generous food and beverage privileges

Discounted rates at Kerzner properties

Comprehensive health insurance

Annual flights home

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Proven track record in a similar role.
• Passion for hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to ensure fine dining service quality.
• Greet guests and create a professional rapport.
• Monitor consistency of food and beverage items.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Confidence in dealing with diverse clientele

Job description

Head Waiter, Ayamna (Arabic Speaker)

Job ID: 18908

A part of Kerzner International, a global leader in luxury hospitality, Atlantis, The Palm is a world where iconic, legendary adventures, and the boldest flavours all come together to transport guests to A World Away.

The iconic resort, located on the crescent of Palm Island, features 1,544 Rooms, Suites, and Signature Suites, each designed with thoughtful details inspired by the sea. It is the ultimate destination for world‑class dining, bringing together some of the most renowned celebrity chefs and Michelin‑starred restaurants. The resort is also home to unforgettable experiences, from record‑breaking thrills at the world’s largest waterpark to stunning views of 65,000 marine animals in the aquarium, and close encounters with resident Indo‑Pacific dolphins at Dolphin Bay.

Behind this extraordinary destination are over 6,000 colleagues from 129 nationalities. Together, we foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where talent is nurtured, wellbeing is prioritised, and careers truly thrive.

About the Role

As Head Waiter at Ayamna, you will provide hands‑on support and assistance to colleagues to ensure that the highest levels of fine dining service and courtesy are provided to our guests. The Head Waiter will greet all guests as they are being seated, creating a professional and friendly rapport to ensure a positive first impression and exceptional standard of service. You will be familiar with the complete food and beverage menu, knowledgeable on all promotional activities, and provide specialist advice to guests and colleagues on menu items when required. In addition to the above, a priority of this role will be to closely monitor the consistency of food and beverage items that are being served to ensure overall service quality, escalating any major problems or complaints to management.

About You

The ideal candidate must have a passion for hospitality with a minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role with a proven track record of working in a high‑volume restaurant. The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills, be a team player, manage multiple tasks and have confidence in dealing with a diverse set of clienteles.

Benefits

We offer a competitive, tax‑free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED), alongside a wealth of benefits. These include generous food and beverage privileges, exclusive discounted rates at all Kerzner properties worldwide, comprehensive health insurance (with dental coverage), annual flights home, life insurance, an incentive program, and a variety of colleague wellness and social initiatives.

Growth and Development

With a strong emphasis on learning and development, colleagues at Atlantis enjoy access to world‑class training, career mobility, and internal growth opportunities across the Kerzner portfolio – making this an ideal environment for ambitious individuals seeking a long‑term, fulfilling career in luxury hospitality. Join the A‑Team and discover the extraordinary.