Hostess

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is seeking a dedicated professional for their Abu Dhabi location. The role involves providing exceptional guest services in a dynamic environment, following safety and sanitation policies, and demonstrating strong communication skills. Candidates should be able to adapt to a fast-paced setting and exhibit problem-solving capabilities. A guest-oriented attitude and flexibility in working hours are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess outstanding guest services skills, professional presentation and sophisticated verbal & written communication skills.
• Must be able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, ever-changing environment.
• Proficient in the English language (verbal & written), additional languages are an asset.

Responsibilities

• To consistently offer professional, friendly and warm service.
• To understand how to operate all the equipment used in the outlet.
• Carry out any miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as requested by Manager.

Skills

Outstanding guest services skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Job description

Company Description

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a 5-star Abu Dhabi beach resort with a stunning setting on Abu Dhabi Creek. Our luxurious urban hideaway offers unparalleled panoramas over the glittering white-marble minarets of iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Alongside exquisite restaurants and bars, Fairmont Abu Dhabi boasts 366 spacious rooms, suitesand a villa. Designed with discerning business and leisure guests in mind, our incomparable facilities include a private beach, pool, meeting rooms, and a magnificent ballroom for lavish celebrations.

Job Description

• To report to duty punctually, in full uniform according to appearance and grooming standards
• To promote and maintain a positive working relationship at all times with all the Colleagues of the outlet and Fairmont Bab Al Bahr.
• To consistently offer professional, friendly and warm service
• To demonstrate a complete understanding of policies, procedures and set service standards as outlined in Fairmont Bab Al Bahr handbook and Outlet Colleague Resource Guide
• To follow all standards and directions as given by Outlet management and as outlined in the Job Task Checklist
• To have full knowledge of the menu, beverage lists in your outlet and all other special promotions taking place in the hotel.
• Knowledge of all menus and offerings are necessary in order to understand the server’s tasks on micros
• To understand shift end reports, have knowledge of non-cash/cash transactions and procedures for depositing monies into safe or collecting due backs
• Attend pre-shift, weekly and monthly meetings to continually improve the Guests experience
• To understand how to operate all the equipment used in the outlet
• To fully understand and follow the hotel’s recycling program and procedures
• To actively participate in all health and safety procedures for outlet and the entire hotel
• To follow all of safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Carrying out any miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as requested by Manager pertaining to total quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Must possess outstanding guest services skills, professional presentation and sophisticated verbal & written communication skills
• Must be guest-oriented, have a vibrant personality, and radiate enthusiasm to assist people
• Proficient in the English language (verbal & written), additional languages are an asset
• Must be able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, ever-changing environment
• Must be flexible in terms of working hours, and able to work with little or no supervision
• Must have the ability to assess and make decisions based on strong, analytical, problem-solving skills