Hostess/Host - Mina's Kitchen

Role summary

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The Hostess/Host welcomes guests, manages table assignments, controls reservations and seating flow, and supports smooth service at Mina’s Kitchen. Candidates should have hospitality or restaurant experience, strong communication and customer-service skills, a professional appearance, and the ability to remain calm during busy periods. English is generally required; additional languages and knowledge of restaurant reservation systems are advantageous. The role requires flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, as well as standing for extended periods. The successful candidate is expected to provide warm, attentive service, coordinate effectively with servers and supervisors, handle guest requests courteously, and represent Westin’s service standards at all times.

About the employer

The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina is a luxury beachfront resort in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated by Marriott International under the Westin brand. Located along Jumeirah Beach, the resort offers guest rooms and suites, restaurants and bars, swimming pools, wellness facilities, event spaces and access to marina and beach activities. Westin is known for its focus on wellbeing, including the brand’s signature Heavenly Bed, fitness facilities and nutritious dining options. The resort serves leisure travelers, families, business guests and event groups, and employs colleagues across food and beverage, rooms, recreation, engineering and corporate support functions. As part of Marriott International, employees may benefit from structured training, internal mobility and global hospitality opportunities, subject to local employment terms and eligibility.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island, but Dubai offers a coastal lifestyle with beaches, marinas, desert attractions and a highly international community. Hospitality, aviation, retail, tourism, events and food and beverage provide many employment opportunities, particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. UAE culture blends local Emirati traditions with a large expatriate population; modest dress and respectful behavior are expected in public and religious settings. Life is modern and convenient, though summer heat is intense and accommodation costs can be high. Employers normally arrange an employment entry permit, medical examination, Emirates ID and residence visa after hiring. Many hospitality packages include shared accommodation, meals, transport, medical insurance and annual airfare, but this should be confirmed in writing. Employees should not work on a tourist visa and should check contract terms, probation, working hours and gratuity rules before relocating.