Hostess

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality company is seeking a dedicated individual for a guest reception role in Abu Dhabi. In this position, you will greet guests, seat them, and ensure their dining experience is smooth. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and monitoring dining room conditions to provide the best service. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma and offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant environment, making it suitable for those starting their career in hospitality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• No related work or supervisory experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and determine the number in their party.
• Seat guests and ensure table cleanliness.
• Monitor dining rooms for service safety and guest well-being.

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Greet guests and determine the number in their party. Seat guests by finding a clean available table; pulling out chairs; placing clean/current menu in front of guest etc. Guide guests through the dining rooms and provide any needed assistance. Move and arrange tables chairs and settings and organize seating for groups with special needs. Ensure place settings are appropriate and each guest has a napkin clean silverware and any other item that is part of the standard place setting. Check menus to ensure they are current clean plentiful and wrinkle‑free. Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day practicing clean‑as‑you‑go procedures. Monitor dining rooms for seating availability service safety and well‑being of guests.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents injuries and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards. Speak with others using clear and professional language and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others support team to reach common goals and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand sit or walk for an extended period of time. Move lift carry push pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: No related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.