F&B Service Expert - Arabic Specialty Restaurant - The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal

Role summary

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The F&B Service Expert supports daily service in the Arabic specialty restaurant, welcoming guests, explaining menus, taking accurate orders, serving food and beverages, and maintaining high Ritz-Carlton standards. Candidates should have hospitality or restaurant experience, strong communication and guest-service skills, professional presentation, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy, multicultural environment. Knowledge of Arabic cuisine and service customs is advantageous. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays is expected. Fluency in English is generally required, while Arabic language skills are an added benefit. The role also requires teamwork, attention to detail, food-safety awareness, and a genuine commitment to personalized luxury service.

About the employer

The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is a luxury waterfront resort in the United Arab Emirates, located near the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Grand Canal. It is part of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Marriott International’s luxury hospitality brand, known for refined service, elegant accommodations, destination dining, spa experiences, and highly personalized guest care. The property combines European-inspired architecture with Emirati influences and offers restaurants, lounges, event facilities, leisure amenities, and extensive grounds. Employees are expected to deliver discreet, polished, and anticipatory service while working within Marriott’s global standards. The hotel provides opportunities for people interested in international hospitality careers, particularly in food and beverage, rooms, culinary operations, events, guest relations, and luxury resort management.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai offering the largest number of hospitality, retail, aviation, tourism, and business opportunities. The culture blends Emirati traditions, Islamic values, and a highly international workforce. Residents enjoy modern infrastructure, beaches, shopping, desert excursions, dining, and year-round sunshine, although summers are extremely hot. Arabic is the official language, while English is widely used at work. Employers normally arrange an employment entry permit and residence visa, followed by medical checks and an Emirates ID; employees should not work on a tourist visa. Many hotel packages include accommodation, meals, transport, insurance, and annual flights, but candidates should confirm all terms in writing. Relocation planning should include document attestation, budgeting, appropriate clothing, and awareness of local laws and customs.