Food and Beverage Hostess

Job Description

The Role

• To promote efficiency, confidence, courtesy and an extremely high standard of social skills.
• To generally promote and ensure good inter-departmental relations.
• To display a pleasant manner and positive attitude at all times and to promote a good company image to guests and colleagues.
• To demonstrate pride in the workplace and personal appearance at all times when representing the hotel thus identifying a high level of commitment.
• To assist the Assistant Manager / Restaurant Manager in any task outlined/detailed by him/her.
• To take time and get to know the guests, and to be committed to service excellence.
• To provide service that is sincere, warm and enthusiastic, ensuring the guests satisfaction.
• To take time and get to know the guests, and to be committed to service excellence.
• To provide service that is sincere, warm and enthusiastic, ensuring the guests satisfaction.

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities

Planning & Organizing:

• Works (hands on) towards the timely set up of the assigned Food & Beverage outlet, according to the meal settings and in line with the opening hours.
• Contributes to meet / maximize the monthly revenue budget for the respective outlet and understands to control the operational expenses.

Operations:

1. Attends regular training sessions in line with the departmental P&P i.e. guest care, product knowledge, grooming standards, up-selling, etc.
2. Works as per instructions from the immediate Supervisor and as per duty shifts i.e. basic cleaning work, polishing equipment, table setting, collects materials / goods from other departments, etc.
3. Communicates directly with guests i.e. presents menus, helps with recommendations, receives orders, places orders and handles payments. 
4. Ensures proper appearance (condition of uniforms) and grooming whilst on duty.
5. Handles the guest greeting upon arrival and their seating through the hostess.
6. Ensures that under no circumstances the entrance is left unattended.
7. Maintains a professional / friendly, yet discreet relationship with the outlet patrons to ensure their well-being.
8. Makes himself / herself familiar with all menus, promotions, and other relevant issues concerning the outlet (product knowledge).
9. Reports cleanliness and maintenance issues to the immediate Supervisor.
10. Handles guest complaints as per instructions or consults the immediate Supervisor.
11. Does all mise-en place work according to the whole day service requirements.
12. To report any equipment failures/problems to the Maintenance Department.
13. To pass any maintenance requests to the Maintenance Department.
14. To participate in any Training/Developments schemes as recommended by senior management.
15. Attends all regular departmental briefings and contributes to an open communication within the assigned team.
16. To treat guests and colleagues in a polite and courteous manner.
17. To observe high standards of personal hygiene.
18. To maintain clean and organized side stations at all times.
19. To anticipate customers’ needs.
20. To be flexible in assisting around different areas of the hotel.
21. Familiar with the company’s internal policies and safety procedures
22. Helps in other areas of the Hotel if the situation requires.
23. To have a complete understanding of and to adhere to Swissôtel Al Murooj Dubai policy relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety.
24. Be familiar with all related company documentation and especially with the relevant Operational Standards Manual for the department.
25. To carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Administration:

1. Work hand to hand with the hostess to ensure the name tag is all complete and in proper position
2. Ensuring business card and database are handed over to the hostess for the record
3. Make sure all the bill is handed over to the cashier
4. Ensure all the item is charged accordingly in the micros system as per the guest consumption

Core Behaviours

Core behaviours are our actions: what we say, what we do, and how we interact with one another. Our behaviours come from what we believe in, what we value. At Swissotel Hotels & Resorts, we call these value-based behaviours. The following statements provide indicators of the types of behaviours we expect employees in our company to display.

Trust:  Operates with fairness and integrity, fostering an environment of transparency and sincerity through open and honest communication and by honouring commitments.

Relationships:  We build and maintain strong connections with colleagues and guests, valuing diversity in people and perspectives whilst overcoming potential obstacles to increase cooperation and collaboration.

Drive:  We are action-oriented, setting direction for self and others, clarifying goals and objectives and overcoming barriers and challenges to produce results.

Entrepreneurship:  We fully understand the business and market context, identifying and seizing opportunities for continuous improvement and supporting change.

Qualifications

**Job Qualifications**

• College Graduate
• Minimum one year of proven experience in a Food & Beverage hostess position or equivalent guest-facing hospitality role
• Proficiency in computer systems and point-of-sale (POS) software applications
• Demonstrated excellence in customer service and interpersonal communication
• Strong command of English, both written and verbal

Additional Information

Directly opposite to The Dubai Mall, the iconic Burj Khalifa, 10 minutes walk to the Dubai Metro Station and within a few minutes’ drive to DIFC, World Trade Centre and just 15 minutes’ drive from Dubai International Airport, Swissotel Al Murooj is located in downtown Dubai, one of the city’s favoured destinations for business or leisure.