Waiter / Waitress - Mekong

Anantara Hotels & Resorts; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort is seeking a guest-focused team member to support restaurant operations. You will take orders, assist guests with menu items, and ensure smooth service across all dining areas.

Ideal candidates excel in customer service, maintain composure during busy periods, and work well with colleagues to deliver exceptional hospitality in a luxury setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to take accurate food and beverage orders.
• Knowledge of food, beverages, and menu items.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to handle cash and operate a POS (Point of Sale) system.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• To work as a team with colleagues in all departments, to ensure timely service and a smooth running operation.
• To understand and adhere to all hotel policies and SOPs with regard to guest service, how to run the operation, and personal discipline and grooming.
• Check out with your Supervisor before leaving your station or the floor for any reason.
• To have a full knowledge of the services and facilities provided by the hotel in order to answer any questions the guests may have.
• Follow all safety policies to ensure a safe work area.
• Follow all reasonable work-related requests by a Manager or Supervisor to achieve guest satisfaction.
• Maintain your station in accordance with standards at all times.
• Develop a complete knowledge of menus.
• Learn and correctly use the POS equipment and follow procedures.
• Maintain strict security measures when entering guest rooms and respect privacy.
• Actively participate in training meetings to continually develop professional skills and guest satisfaction.
• Check corridors for trays when returning from Room Service orders.
• Clean and break down trays in dish area, watching for condiments and seasonings.
• Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Food & beverage knowledge

POS & cash handling

Teamwork

Time management

Calm under pressure

Job description

Job Location

Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort

Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning ‘without end’, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression — for our guests and for our people.

Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world’s most captivating locales — from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits.

Escape to Ras Al Khaimah for beach, desert, and mountain adventures. The northernmost emirate of the UAE, Ras Al Khaimah enjoys a more tranquil rhythm, yet is only 45 minutes from Dubai. Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort offers overwater luxury on the Arabian Gulf in a pristine eco-sanctuary.

Nature lovers will relish the open terrain of Ras Al Khaimah. From balmy waters to golden shorelines to rugged desert, adventure abounds. Charter a yacht and sail off into the sunset. Ride across rolling dunes and conquer the mountain peak of Jebel Jais.

• To work as a team with colleagues in all departments, to ensure timely service and a smooth running operation.
• To understand and adhere to all hotel policies and Standard Operating Procedures with regard to guest service, how to run the operation, and personal discipline and grooming.
• Check out with your Supervisor before leaving your station or the floor for any reason
• To have a full knowledge of the services and facilities provided by the hotel in order to answer any questions the guests may have.
• Follow all safety policies to ensure a safe work area
• Follow all reasonable work-related requests made by a Manager or Supervisor which may be outside your normal job activities, to achieve complete guest satisfaction and service throughout the Hotel
• Maintain your station in accordance with standards at all times
• Develop a complete knowledge of menus
• Learn and correctly use the Point of Sale equipment and follow procedures
• To maintain strict security measures when entering guest rooms, to maintain the privacy rights of our guests.
• Actively participate in all training meetings, to continually develop professional skills and increase guest satisfaction.
• Check corridors for trays when returning from taking orders (Room Service)
• Clean and break down trays in dish area, watching for condiments, salt, pepper, sugars, salt & pepper, etc.
• Performing related duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to take accurate food and beverage orders.
• Knowledge of food, beverages, and menu items.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to handle cash and operate a POS (Point of Sale) system.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during busy periods