Restaurant Receptionist & Guest Experience Host

Career Nest Academy; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Nest Academy in Al Khobar seeks a polished Receptionist to be the gatekeeper of the guest experience. You will manage reservations, warmly welcome and farewell guests, and help optimize seating to support the dining room's daily performance.

No prior experience is required; personality, warmth, and charm matter most. English fluency is mandatory, and Arabic or French are a plus.

Qualifications

• English fluency (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• No prior experience required; personality, warmth and charm matter most.
• Additional languages such as Arabic or French are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Reservation Flow: Manage the waitlist, bookings, walk-ins, and seating arrangements with ease, ensuring every guest feels expected and the room's momentum stays consistent.
• Proactive Communication: Deliver warm in-person interactions and clear, professional phone etiquette.
• Organization & Profiling: Keep the guest list accurate, build detailed guest profiles, and maintain a neat reception area at all times.

Skills

Warm hospitality

Reservations systems

English fluency

Tools

Hospitality reservation system familiarity

Job description

Career Nest Academy in Al Khobar seeks a polished Receptionist to be the gatekeeper of the guest experience. You will manage reservations, warmly welcome and farewell guests, and help optimize seating to support the dining room's daily performance.

No prior experience is required; personality, warmth, and charm matter most. English fluency is mandatory, and Arabic or French are a plus.