The Head Hostess at Akira Back is responsible for leading the restaurant’s host team, managing reservations and seating flow, welcoming guests warmly, and maintaining a polished luxury dining experience. Candidates should have previous experience as a hostess, receptionist, or guest relations professional, preferably in a high-end restaurant or hotel. Strong English communication, excellent organization, confident interpersonal skills, and a well-groomed, professional appearance are expected. Knowledge of reservation systems and restaurant operations is advantageous; Arabic or additional languages may be beneficial. The successful candidate should be attentive, calm under pressure, commercially aware, and able to coordinate effectively with service and management teams while consistently meeting Marriott and restaurant brand standards.
W Dubai – The Palm is a luxury beachfront hotel on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah, operated under Marriott International’s W Hotels brand. The property combines contemporary design, lively entertainment, upscale dining, wellness facilities, and personalized service for leisure and business travelers. Akira Back is its signature Japanese-Korean restaurant, created by chef Akira Back and known for creative dishes, energetic presentation, and a stylish atmosphere. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, managing a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across numerous global brands. Employees typically work in an international environment with structured service standards, training opportunities, and potential career mobility across Marriott properties. The Head Hostess role contributes directly to guest satisfaction, restaurant reputation, and smooth front-of-house operations.
The United Arab Emirates is a Gulf destination rather than a single island, although Dubai includes Palm Jumeirah and several waterfront communities. Hospitality offers strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, events, aviation, and tourism, particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The culture blends Emirati traditions with a large international expatriate population; respectful dress and conduct, especially during Ramadan, are important. Lifestyle options include beaches, shopping, dining, desert activities, nightlife, and excellent public transport, though housing and summer temperatures can be challenging. Most expatriate employees require employer-sponsored residence and work visas. Employers commonly arrange medical testing, Emirates ID processing, health insurance, and sometimes accommodation or transport. Candidates should confirm the full package, probation terms, working hours, gratuity, and relocation support before accepting an offer. Dubai is highly connected internationally, making it relatively convenient for newcomers.
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