Waiter / Waitress

Job Description

The Waiter/Waitress at Raffles Doha is responsible for providing polished, attentive service in the restaurant or assigned dining area. Typical requirements include previous experience in a luxury hotel, restaurant, or fine-dining environment, good knowledge of food and beverages, strong English communication skills, and a professional, well-groomed appearance. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and additional languages is beneficial. The successful candidate should be guest-focused, courteous, dependable, and able to work efficiently during busy shifts. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is expected, together with the ability to cooperate with colleagues and maintain high service, hygiene, and brand standards.

Company Info

Raffles Doha is a luxury hotel in Qatar operated under Raffles Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor, one of the world's leading hospitality groups. Raffles is known for elegant properties, highly personalized service, spacious accommodation, and a strong emphasis on discretion and guest experience. Located in the Katara Towers development in Lusail, Raffles Doha combines contemporary design with Qatari culture and high-end dining, wellness, and event facilities. Accor provides employees with opportunities to work within an international hotel network, access training and career-development programs, and gain experience across different hospitality brands and destinations. The hotel environment is best suited to people who enjoy luxury service, cultural diversity, attention to detail, and consistently exceeding guest expectations.

Destination Guide

Qatar is a compact Gulf country rather than an island, with Doha and Lusail offering most hospitality, retail, aviation, tourism, and business opportunities. The culture blends Islamic traditions with a modern international lifestyle. Respectful clothing, especially in public and religious areas, is expected, while hotels and expatriate communities provide a more relaxed environment. Summers are extremely hot, so indoor facilities and air-conditioned transport are central to daily life; winter offers pleasant weather for beaches, desert trips, museums, and outdoor dining. Employers commonly arrange work visas, medical checks, residence permits, accommodation, transport, and sometimes meals, but terms should be confirmed before accepting an offer. Foreign workers generally need employer sponsorship and cannot begin work without the appropriate authorization. Doha has modern housing, healthcare, shopping, and international schools, although rent and imported goods can be expensive. Learning basic Arabic greetings and understanding local customs can make relocation easier.