Hostess

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts in Dubai is seeking a non-management, full-time host/hostess to warmly greet guests, determine party size, and guide them to available tables while ensuring menus are current and neatly presented. You will maintain dining-room cleanliness, coordinate seating for groups with special needs, and uphold safety, security, and appearance standards.

The role emphasizes clear communication, teamwork, and delivering memorable service.

Qualifications

• Greet guests and determine the number in their party.
• Seat guests and arrange seating for groups with needs and special requests.
• Follow all company policies and safety procedures; report accidents and unsafe conditions to a manager; complete safety training.
• Maintain professional appearance and protect company assets while upholding confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and determine party size; seat guests and present menus.
• Move and arrange tables, chairs, and settings; assist guests with special needs and accessibility.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas; monitor dining room for seating, service, safety and guest well-being.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and support team goals.

Skills

Guest greeting

Table seating

Clear communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description:

Additional Information

Location Al Mamsha Street, PO Box 24970, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Non-Management

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 celebrated.Our 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.

At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination. We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life. We’re looking for curious and creative people to join our team. If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien. In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.

Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.