Cafe Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess

Four Seasons Riyadh at Kingdom Centre; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative and dynamic team at a prestigious hotel in the heart of Riyadh. As a Café Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess, you will play a vital role in ensuring exceptional guest experiences through effective management and seamless operations. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while collaborating with various departments to create memorable dining experiences. With a commitment to luxury and a focus on personal growth, this position is perfect for those looking to thrive in a fast-paced, culturally diverse environment. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact in a renowned establishment.

Benefits

Accommodation

Transportation

30 days’ vacation

10 days public holidays

Paid home leave tickets

Complimentary employee meals

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Worldwide complimentary room nights

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of restaurant management experience in a luxury hotel.
• Ability to adjust to changing business environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling and inventory management for the restaurant.
• Lead a team of five employees to ensure high guest satisfaction.

Skills

Restaurant Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Financial Management

Operational Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

College Degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management

Tools

Food & Beverage Computer Systems

Job description

About Four Seasons :

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights, and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one, and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us, or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location :

An architectural icon in the heart of Saudi Arabia’s vibrant capital, soaring over the city in the iconic Kingdom Tower, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh is a buzzing hub at the forefront of style and sophistication. Redesigned interiors bring authentic Saudi heritage and craftsmanship to life, while our distinguished team provides a bespoke experience through thoughtful, personalized service and hospitality.

The Role of the Cafe Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess

The role of a Café Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of a hotel's all-day or fine dining restaurant. Responsible for planning, organizing, controlling, and directing the work of employees, they play a vital role in maintaining high levels of guest satisfaction.

As a Café Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess, you are responsible for creating and implementing efficient systems and processes to ensure seamless operations. This includes overseeing scheduling, monitoring inventory levels, managing food and beverage quality standards, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Effective communication skills are essential, as this role requires collaboration with various hotel departments to coordinate functions and special events. Additionally, you will work closely with kitchen staff and chefs to maintain smooth coordination between front-of-house and back-of-house operations.

Your role also involves leading and managing a team of five employees while prioritizing restaurant operations.

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh

Prime location in the heart of the capital, nestled within the iconic 99-storey Kingdom Tower. Situated at such a prestigious address, our property offers unparalleled proximity to key business areas, shopping centers, and cultural sites, with 276 spacious and light-filled rooms, including 39 luxurious suites.

Food & Beverage

The hotel offers three exceptional restaurant venues, collectively offering a seating capacity of 250 guests.

Our event facilities, with a mix of Ballroom and Meeting Rooms, offer a remarkable 7,213 square meters (77,640 square feet) of space, making them ideal for a wide range of events.

Area of responsibility is Café Boulud.

SPA and Wellness

Nestled within our establishment, our world-class spa offers an array of indulgence across 8 treatment rooms for male guests and 1 treatment room designed exclusively for female guests. This haven of rejuvenation also encompasses high-end facilities and a meticulously outfitted fitness center.

Our Spa department boasts a diverse and dedicated team of 25 colleagues, all committed to providing exceptional service to our esteemed guests.

Knowledge and Skills

• College degree preferably specializing in hotel / restaurant management.
• 2 – 3 years of restaurant management experience in a luxury hotel or resort.
• Ability to react and adjust to changing business environments and lead the team in ensuring effective communication across diverse cultures in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English.
• Working knowledge of division operations, Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures, generally learned on-the-job.
• Ability to operate computer equipment and food & beverage computer systems.
• Strong communication skills and an innovative mindset.
• Financial management skills for business operations.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Effective delegation and operational skills to manage high-volume settings.
• Driven by innovation and striving for excellence.

What to Expect :

• Competitive net salary in a tax-free environment
• Accommodation
• Transportation
• 30 days’ vacation
• 10 days public holidays per year
• Paid home leave tickets
• Complimentary employee meals
• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Worldwide complimentary room nights with Four Seasons
• Laundry/dry cleaning for work attire
• Growth and development opportunities