Hostess - BeatBAB

7 Management; Dubai; On-site; AED 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

BeatBAB in Dubai is seeking a friendly Hostess to welcome guests, manage reservations, and coordinate seating in a fast-paced, hospitality-focused environment. You will contribute to a smooth and memorable dining experience with a focus on attentive service and guest satisfaction.

Join a dynamic team where strong communication, organization, and teamwork are valued. This role emphasizes professional appearance, guest relations, and coordination with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in customer service, hostess or front-of-house is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Friendly and guest-focused demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and professionally, escort to tables, manage waiting list and provide wait times.
• Monitor seating layout and capacity to optimize turnover; coordinate with servers and management.
• Assist in managing private dining, events or VIP guest arrangements.
• Maintain reservations records and assist with opening/closing duties; monitor supplies at host station.
• Work with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth operations and train new host staff.
• Maintain grooming and uniform standards and uphold hygiene and quality standards.

Skills

Customer service

Front-of-house

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

BeatBAB is a concept built around the shared energy of tapas, expressive drinks, and analog listening culture. Conceived as a younger, freer, and more social hospitality format, it brings together food, rhythm, and atmosphere in one warm urban setting. More than a restaurant or bar, BeatBAB is designed as a cultural platform where people gather naturally, stay longer than intended, and experience food, drink, and music as one continuous mood.

Role Summary

The Hostess is responsible for creating a welcoming and organized environment for guests, managing reservations, and coordinating seating arrangements. Focused on hospitality and efficiency, the Hostess ensures a smooth and enjoyable dining experience while leaving a positive first impression.

Key Responsibilities

• Guest Reception & Service: Greet guests warmly and professionally upon arrival. Escort guests to their tables, manage the waiting list, and provide accurate wait times and updates. Anticipate guest needs, offer assistance, and provide personalized recommendations to enhance their dining experience.
• Seating Coordination & Flow Management: Monitor the dining room layout, seating capacity, and table availability to optimize table turnover. Coordinate with servers, bussers, and management to ensure prompt seating, smooth traffic flow, and efficient table clearing and resetting.
• Event & VIP Coordination: Assist in managing private dining, special events, or VIP guest arrangements. Ensure special requirements are communicated to relevant staff and executed efficiently. Prepare guest welcome arrangements when needed.
• Administrative & Operational Support: Maintain accurate records of reservations, cancellations, and guest feedback. Assist with daily opening and closing duties, monitor supplies at the host station, and ensure communication between the front-of-house and kitchen teams is clear and effective.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Work closely with front-of-house staff and management to maintain operational efficiency and a positive guest experience. Support colleagues during peak hours, train new host staff, and contribute to a cooperative, professional team environment.
• Professional Standards: Maintain personal grooming and uniform standards, demonstrate professionalism at all times, and represent the company’s hospitality culture positively. Uphold food safety, hygiene, and quality standards in all interactions.

Qualifications/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a customer service, hostess, or front-of-house role preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Friendly, approachable demeanor with a focus on guest satisfaction