Hostess - Restaurant

About the role

Rixos, a luxury resort group established in 2000 in Turkey, is hiring a Hostess in Ras Al-Khaimah. The Hostess creates a warm first impression by greeting and seating guests, managing restaurant reservations and keeping service flowing smoothly. The role calls for excellent communication, attention to detail and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Welcome guests warmly and escort them to their assigned tables
• Manage reservations, cancellations, table assignments and special requests
• Keep up-to-date on restaurant layouts, opening hours, menus, promotions and hotel services
• Answer telephone enquiries professionally and monitor guest flow, organizing waiting lists during busy periods
• Anticipate guest needs, resolve concerns quickly and conduct table visits with the team
• Keep the hostess desk and dining area clean and well presented
• Support menu preparation, cashiering and other restaurant operations when needed

Required profile

• At least 1 year of experience as a Hostess or in a similar food and beverage role
• Good verbal English; Arabic or Russian is an advantage
• Pleasant, professional appearance and good personal hygiene
• Able to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays, and to handle busy service periods
• Willing to attend training and follow food safety, hygiene and health and safety procedures

Required skills

• Strong guest service and interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage service
• Basic computer skills