Guest Experience Host - Luxury Dining & Front Desk

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor is seeking a professional and enthusiastic Hostess to join our Front of House team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will be the first point of contact for guests, creating a welcoming and organized dining experience in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent English communication, and courteous reservation handling. Diploma in hospitality is preferred; Arabic skills are a plus. Freshers with strong hospitality training are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in vocational hospitality (preferred).
• Minimum one year of experience in a 4-5 star hotel environment, or equivalent hospitality experience; freshers with strong hospitality training are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Proficient phone etiquette and reservation management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Exceptional customer service orientation with genuine empathy and cultural sensitivity.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly at the restaurant entrance and seat them according to the floor plan while ensuring fair distribution among service staff
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the dining room layout, table configurations, restaurant capacity, hours of operation, dress code, and pricing structure
• Manage restaurant reservations efficiently by taking, recording, and confirming bookings in accordance with departmental standards
• Answer telephone calls within three rings using proper salutations and professional telephone etiquette
• Communicate reservation changes and cancellations to management promptly as they occur throughout your shift
• Review the reservation book daily, pre-assign designated tables, and follow up on all special guest requests
• Ensure all menus and check folders are cleaned, organized, and available in sufficient quantities
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming hostess stand at all times
• Monitor guest reactions and confer frequently with management to ensure guest satisfaction and address concerns promptly
• Anticipate heavy business periods and organize procedures to manage waiting lines efficiently
• Respond to guest inquiries accurately and provide information about hotel services and activities
• Handle guest complaints with professionalism, following established procedures to ensure immediate resolution and guest satisfaction
• Assist restaurant staff with their duties when requested to optimize service delivery and maintain a cooperative working environment
• Monitor table clearing and resetting procedures to ensure compliance with departmental standards
• Promote food and beverage outlets to guests during slower periods
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance, hygiene, and professional presentation at all times
• Report for duty punctually, wearing the correct uniform and name tag
• Comply with all hotel policies, fire safety procedures, health and safety regulations, and local legislation
• Attend training sessions and meetings as required
• Remain flexible and willing to extend job duties to meet business demands and guest service needs

Skills

English communication

Hospitality mindset

Customer service

Organizational skills

Phone etiquette

Reservation management

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Diploma or degree in hospitality (preferred)

Tools

Reservation software

Cash handling

Job description

Accor is seeking a professional and enthusiastic Hostess to join our Front of House team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will be the first point of contact for guests, creating a welcoming and organized dining experience in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent English communication, and courteous reservation handling. Diploma in hospitality is preferred; Arabic skills are a plus. Freshers with strong hospitality training are encouraged to apply.