F&B Support Expert (F&B Hostess)

Job Description

The F&B Support Expert (F&B Hostess) welcomes guests, manages restaurant seating, handles reservations, answers questions, coordinates table assignments, and supports smooth food-and-beverage operations. Candidates should have hospitality or customer-service experience, a professional appearance, strong communication skills, and a courteous, guest-focused attitude. English proficiency is generally expected; knowledge of Arabic or other languages is an advantage. The role requires organization, attention to detail, teamwork, flexibility with shifts, and the ability to remain calm during busy service periods. Previous experience in a hotel or upscale restaurant is preferred, while familiarity with Marriott service standards and dining systems would be beneficial.

Company Info

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa is an upscale Marriott International property in Doha, Qatar, operating under the Westin brand. Westin hotels focus on well-being, restful stays, healthy dining, fitness, and thoughtful guest service. The hotel serves leisure travelers, business guests, local residents, and event customers through its accommodation, restaurants, spa, meeting facilities, and wellness amenities. Employees work within Marriott’s international hospitality network and are generally expected to deliver polished service, maintain professional standards, and support an inclusive guest experience. As a large hotel operation, it can provide exposure to food and beverage, rooms, events, wellness, and other hospitality departments. Benefits for eligible overseas hires may include accommodation or a housing allowance, transportation, meals, health coverage, annual leave, and return airfare, depending on the employment contract.

Destination Guide

Qatar is a compact Gulf country rather than an island, with Doha as its main employment and lifestyle center. Hospitality offers opportunities in hotels, restaurants, catering, events, tourism, and luxury resorts, especially for candidates with customer-service and international hotel experience. The culture is welcoming but conservative: modest clothing is advisable, public behavior should remain respectful, and Islamic customs are important, particularly during Ramadan. Doha offers modern shopping malls, beaches, museums, desert excursions, restaurants, and reliable public transport. Summers are extremely hot, while winters are pleasant for outdoor activities. Most expatriate employees require employer-sponsored work and residence visas; the employer commonly arranges medical checks, documentation, and a Qatar ID. Confirm accommodation, transport, meals, insurance, probation, leave, and airfare in writing before relocating. Living costs vary, with housing being the largest expense if it is not provided.