Hostess - Villamore Restaurant - Russian Speaker

Kempinski Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kempinski Hotels in Dubai is seeking a Hostess for Villamore Restaurant who speaks Russian to deliver courteous, professional service and support guest satisfaction. The role reports to the Restaurant Manager in our luxury F&B outlet, requiring 1–2 years in a similar setting.

Ideal candidates will be fluent in English, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate upselling ability while maintaining impeccable standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Preferably in an international, luxury five-star hotel.
• English - excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• A courteous, professional and efficient service is provided at all times.
• All duties and tasks are performed as per the tasks required at the outlet.
• Be knowledgeable of all services and products offered by the hotel.
• Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all food and beverage items offered by the department assigned.
• Have the knowledge and understanding to explain and perform upselling all items offered by the department assigned as well as offering alternatives.
• Monitor operating supplies, equipment and reduce spoilage and wastage successfully
• Ensure that the place of work and surrounding area is kept clean and organized at all times
• Successfully perform opening and closing procedures established for the assigned outlet
• Handle guest enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner and report guest complaints and feedback to supervisors
• Report guest complaints immediately to the supervisors and ensuring follow up is performed with the guest
• Understand and strictly adhere to the rules & regulations established in the hotel’s policy manual and the hotel’s policy on fire, hygiene, health & safety
• Maintain a good rapport and work relation with staff in the assigned department and within the hotel
• Maintain and update the restaurants guest history
• Maintain a legible and up to date reservation book
• Maintain and coordinate the printing of the respective restaurant menus

Skills

Excellent English

Job description

Hostess - Villamore Restaurant - Russian Speaker

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Department: Food & Beverage

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: United Arab Emirates - Dubai

Reporting To: Restaurant Manager

Description

The overall scope of the job includes serving food and beverages to guests in the assigned outlet, providing a courteous, professional, efficient and flexible service consistent with the standards of the hotel and in line with Kempinski’s DNA values in order to encourage sales and maximize guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• A courteous, professional and efficient service is provided at all times.
• All duties and tasks are performed as per the tasks required at the outlet.
• Be knowledgeable of all services and products offered by the hotel.
• Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all food and beverage items offered by the department assigned.
• Have the knowledge and understanding to explain and perform upselling all items offered by the department assigned as well as offering alternatives.
• Monitor operating supplies, equipment and reduce spoilage and wastage successfully
• Ensure that the place of work and surrounding area is kept clean and organized at all times
• Successfully perform opening and closing procedures established for the assigned outlet
• Handle guest enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner and report guest complaints and feedback to supervisors
• Report guest complaints immediately to the supervisors and ensuring follow up is performed with the guest
• Understand and strictly adhere to the rules & regulations established in the hotel’s policy manual and the hotel’s policy on fire, hygiene, health & safety
• Maintain a good rapport and work relation with staff in the assigned department and within the hotel
• Maintain and update the restaurants guest history
• Maintain a legible and up to date reservation book
• Maintain and coordinate the printing of the respective restaurant menus

Job Requirements

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in a similar position
• Preferably in an international, luxury five-star hotel
• English - excellent communication skills

About Kempinski

Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.

Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.

For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.

In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.