Host/Hostess-Lead

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts; Medina; On-site; SAR 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Front Desk/Restaurant Host to join our Food & Beverage team. You will answer phones, take dining reservations, manage wait lists, seat guests, and maintain a welcoming dining atmosphere.

Strong customer service, clear communication, and the ability to work as part of a team are essential. This full-time role requires a professional appearance and adherence to safety and hotel standards.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and take dining reservations.
• Enter diner information into reservation system.
• Maintain wait list and quote accurate wait time.
• Seat guests by finding clean tables and ensuring proper place settings.
• Monitor dining rooms for seating availability, service, and safety.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, and coaching of staff.

Job description

Job Number 26117980

Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary

Location Central Area District North of Al Masjid Al Nabawi, Madinah, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia,VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Non-Management

Position Summary

Answer phones, take dining reservations, and enter diner information into reservation system. Maintain wait list and quote accurate wait time. Make appropriate seating decisions using station rotation chart. Organize seating for large and special needs groups. Greet guests and determine the number in their party. Seat guests by finding a clean, available table; pulling out chairs; placing clean/current menu in front of guest, etc. Guide guests through the dining rooms and provide any needed assistance. Ensure place settings are appropriate and each guest has a napkin, clean silverware, and any other item that is part of the standard place setting. Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day. Monitor dining rooms for seating availability, service, and safety. Communicate with guests and other employees to meet guest needs and ensure staff is working together as a team.

Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; and serve as a role model. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards. Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

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