Senior Waiter/ess (Seasonal) - Nuska Beach - Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Jumeirah Group - Other locations; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality brand is seeking a Senior Waiter/ess to join the Nuska team at Jumeirah Beach Hotel. This role involves greeting guests, managing orders, and ensuring a high standard of service. Ideal candidates should have 1-2 years in a similar position within a luxury environment and strong communication skills in English and ideally a second language. The position offers an attractive tax-free salary in AED, F&B benefits, accommodation, and health insurance, making it ideal for high performers.

Benefits

Attractive tax-free salary

Generous F&B benefits

Reduced hotel rates

Health care package

Qualifications

• One or two years of experience in a similar role at a luxury property or branded beach club.
• Strong knowledge in food and beverage service.
• Ability to communicate in a second language (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat guests and manage menu inquiries.
• Take accurate orders and process payments.
• Coordinate with kitchen and bar teams for efficient service.

Skills

F&B background

Proficient in English

Service excellence

Multicultural experience

Tools

MICROS

Microsoft Office

Sevenrooms

Job description

About Jumeirah & the Hotel:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 30 properties across the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai’s premier lifestyle and family-friendly destination, is located on Jumeirah Beach Road just 15km from the city centre and 25km from Dubai International Airport. Since its opening in 1997, this landmark property, characterised by its iconic wavelike silhouette and renowned façade, stands proudly on Dubai's most exclusive private beachfront.

With 599 sea-facing rooms and suites and 19 private villas, Jumeirah Beach Hotel provides access to the very best leisure, health and wellness facilities for all our guests, including the award-winning Talise Spa, state-of-the-art J Club fitness and wellness centre, and Sinbad’s Kids Club, as well as extensive conference and banqueting facilities. The beach resort also boasts a wide choice of dining options, including signature outlet Bastion, recently rated as one of the top restaurants recognised in the prestigious Gault&Millau UAE Guide 2022.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Waiter/ess (Seasonal) to join the Nuska team in Jumeirah Beach Hotel. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Greet and seat guests warmly, answer menu inquiries, and explain ingredients, cooking methods, and allergy-related information.
• Present daily specials and promotions, recommend food and beverages, and take accurate orders, including special requests.
• Manage cashiering tasks using the MICROS system, process various payment methods, and generate accurate guest bills.
• Oversee section operations, collect guest feedback, and assist with guest inquiries or calls when needed.
• Coordinate with kitchen and bar teams to fulfill and expedite orders efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness, prepare service areas, follow hygiene standards, and support smooth service flow while upholding Jumeirah excellence.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• One or two years of experience in the same role with a strong F&B background in a 5-star luxury property or a standalone/branded beach club.
• Proficient in English and a second language (Russian or European languages are desirable).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Micros, and Sevenrooms.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural environment.

Aboutthe Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.