Hostess

Career Maker Bahrain; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 3,300 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Maker Bahrain in Kuwait seeks a professional hostess to join our fine dining restaurant team. You will be the first point of contact, welcoming guests from arrival to departure.

The role requires excellent communication, English fluency, and a polished appearance, with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. This position offers opportunities in a luxury dining environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Hostess or in a guest-facing hospitality role.
• Experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant environments is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language is an advantage.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Well-groomed appearance and professional demeanor.
• Candidates must submit a recent full-length photo with CV.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and manage arrivals.
• Manage restaurant reservations and seating arrangements.
• Escort guests to tables and provide menus.
• Maintain waiting list during peak hours.
• Coordinate with staff to optimize table turnover and guest flow.
• Answer calls and handle reservation requests.
• Handle guest concerns professionally.
• Maintain clean, organized reception and waiting areas.
• Promote restaurant services, events and offers.
• Uphold high standards of grooming and customer service.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Flexible shifts

Fine dining experience

Fluent English

Arabic language (advantage)

Professional grooming

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an elegant, professional, and customer-focused Hostess to join our fine dining restaurant team in Kuwait. The Hostess will be the first point of contact for guests, responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere, managing reservations, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience from arrival to departure.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and professionally upon arrival.
• Manage restaurant reservations and seating arrangements efficiently.
• Escort guests to their tables and provide menus.
• Maintain an organized waiting list during peak hours.
• Coordinate with restaurant management and service staff to optimize table turnover and guest flow.
• Answer telephone calls, respond to inquiries, and manage reservation requests.
• Handle guest concerns and special requests courteously and professionally.
• Ensure the reception and waiting areas remain clean, organized, and presentable at all times.
• Assist in promoting restaurant services, events, and special offers.
• Maintain high standards of grooming, etiquette, and customer service.

Skills

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Hostess, Receptionist, Guest Relations Executive, or in a similar customer-facing hospitality role is preferred.
• Experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or upscale restaurant environments is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages, including Arabic, are an advantage.
• Strong customer service orientation with a pleasant and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Well-groomed appearance with excellent presentation skills.
• Candidates must submit a recent full-length photograph along with their CV.

Preferred Attributes

• Friendly, confident, and approachable personality.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to guest satisfaction.