Hostess - Cucina

Role summary

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The Hostess – Cucina welcomes guests, manages reservations and seating, coordinates table availability with the restaurant team, and helps create a smooth dining experience. Applicants should have hospitality or restaurant experience, good spoken English, a polished and friendly manner, and strong customer-service and communication skills. Knowledge of reservation systems and additional languages can be advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to be attentive, well presented, calm during busy periods, professional with guests, and flexible regarding shifts, weekends and public holidays. Previous experience in an upscale hotel or Italian restaurant is preferred, although candidates with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn may also be considered.

About the employer

Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah Dubai is a luxury beachfront hotel operated by Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies. Located on Dubai's Palm Jumeirah, the resort offers guest rooms and suites, restaurants and bars, leisure facilities, pools, spa services, meeting spaces and direct beach access. Its dining outlets serve a range of international cuisines, including Cucina, an Italian restaurant. Marriott is known for structured training, international career opportunities and service standards focused on guest satisfaction, professionalism and teamwork. Employees may receive benefits that vary by position and employment contract, such as accommodation or housing support, meals, transportation, medical insurance, annual leave and travel-related privileges. Exact benefits, salary and working conditions should be confirmed directly with the recruitment team.