F&B Captain

Role summary

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The F&B Captain supervises daily restaurant or banquet service, coordinates waitstaff, welcomes guests, allocates sections, monitors service standards, and handles guest requests or complaints professionally. Candidates should have previous experience in food and beverage operations, preferably in a hotel or luxury resort, along with strong communication and leadership skills. Knowledge of menu items, food safety, beverage service, point-of-sale systems, and proper table service is expected. The role requires a polished appearance, teamwork, attention to detail, flexibility with shifts, and the ability to remain calm during busy periods. English communication is generally required; additional languages and hospitality qualifications are advantageous.

About the employer

Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort is a luxury beachfront resort located on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates, overlooking the Gulf of Oman and backed by the Hajar Mountains. The property operates under Marriott International’s Le Méridien brand, known for European-inspired design, thoughtful service, and distinctive food, beverage, and cultural experiences. The resort provides guestrooms, restaurants, bars, leisure facilities, swimming pools, conference spaces, and beach activities for international holidaymakers and business guests. Employees work in a multicultural environment with strong expectations around guest care, presentation, safety, and consistent service delivery. As part of Marriott International, the resort may offer structured training, internal career mobility, employee travel benefits, and opportunities to develop within a global hospitality network.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a Gulf federation offering extensive opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, aviation, retail, construction, healthcare, and business services. Dubai and Abu Dhabi have the largest employment markets, while Fujairah and the east coast provide resort-focused roles and a quieter lifestyle. The culture combines Emirati traditions, Islamic values, and a highly international population; modest dress and respectful public behavior are expected. Lifestyle options range from beaches and water sports to shopping, desert excursions, and mountain trips. Employers normally arrange an employment visa, medical examination, Emirates ID, and residency processing after hiring. Hospitality packages may include accommodation, meals, transport, insurance, and annual airfare. New arrivals should confirm contract terms, probation conditions, working hours, gratuity, and housing before relocating.