Restaurant Hostess (Arabic Speaker)

Restaurant Hostess (Arabic Speaker)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company
KERZNER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
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Job Description
With stunning resorts located across the globe and exciting expansion planned, Kerzner International currently has a fantastic opportunity for a Restaurant Hostess (Arabic Speaker) to join One&Only team at One&Only Royal Mirage Resort in Dubai.
With the global growth of our brands, you will be an integral part of the Resort s success and your role goes beyond developing potential relationships with our guests and colleagues. He/she will work closely with the Culinary and Beverage teams to ensure One&Only service standards exceed the experience of the guest. Where you will be responsible for assisting Restaurant Manager and Assistant Manager to maintain resort standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities

Greeting guests as they enter and putting them on a waiting list as necessary.
Providing guests with menus and answering any initial questions.
Seating guests at tables or in waiting areas.
Assigning guests to tables they prefer, while keeping table rotation in mind so that servers receive the right number of customers.
Engaging with guests to ensure they're happy with food and service.
Responding to complaints and helping to resolve them.
Answering phone calls, taking reservations and answering questions.
A knowledge of the menu.
Helping out with other positions in the restaurant as needed.
Providing great customer service.
To assist with any other duties that are required by the member of the management team.

Suitable candidate should have a minimum of 1-2 years experience in an upscale 5* hotel/resort environment. Strong F&B knowledge in levantine cuisine is a must. Should have excellent personal and interpersonal skills. Should be able to build strong relationship with high profile and diverse clientele. Should be a dynamic team player and able to provide the highest standard of service to our guests. Excellent communication in English language is required and an additional language will be highly regarded.
At One&Only creating JOY is at the forefront of everything we do. If you are the one to make every detail count & are bold to go beyond the obvious in every task assigned with positive energy & have the passion to make it happen, then we are looking for you. Suitable candidate should have a minimum of 1-2 years experience in an upscale 5* hotel/resort environment. Strong F&B knowledge in levantine cuisine is a must. Should have excellent personal and interpersonal skills. Should be able to build strong relationship with high profile and diverse clientele. Should be a dynamic team player and able to provide the highest standard of service to our guests. Excellent communication in English language is required and an additional language will be highly regarded.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in United Arab Emirates

Q What is the minimum salary required for a work visa in restaurant jobs in the UAE?
As per the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP), the minimum salary for obtaining a work residence visa for restaurant roles is AED 5,000 per month if no accommodation is provided by the employer, or AED 3,000 per month if accommodation is provided, as of 2026. This threshold applies to converting visit visas to work permits. Salaries below this level will not qualify for visa approval.
Q What are the work permit and visa requirements for foreign restaurant workers in the UAE?
The employer must first secure a work permit from MOHRE by submitting the employment contract and applicant details, valid for 60 days. Then, apply for a 2-year residence visa through ICP or local GDRFA offices. Requirements include passport valid for 6 months, medical fitness certificate, and Emirates ID biometrics within 30 days of entry.
Q What education and experience are needed for entry-level restaurant waiter jobs in UAE?
No formal education qualification is required for waiter positions under MOHRE-approved contracts. Applicants need at least 6 months of relevant experience and must pass a medical fitness test including chest X-ray. For promotion to supervisor roles, 2 years experience is standard.
Q What documents are required to apply for a restaurant job work permit in UAE?
Documents include a coloured copy of passport, 4 passport-sized photos, signed employment contract registered with MOHRE, medical fitness certificate from government-approved center (costing AED 350), and proof of accommodation. Employer submits via MOHRE website or app, with processing fee AED 200-500. Employee must complete within 60 days of permit issuance.
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