Hostess | Brick & Relax | Aloft Abu Dhabi

Role summary

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The Hostess at Brick & Relax welcomes guests, manages seating, coordinates table availability, handles reservations and supports smooth restaurant operations. Candidates should have strong communication and customer-service skills, a friendly and professional manner, good personal presentation, and the ability to remain organized during busy periods. Previous experience in a restaurant, hotel or hospitality setting is preferred. Fluency in English is generally expected; knowledge of Arabic or other languages can be an advantage. The successful candidate should be flexible with shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays, and work well with the service and kitchen teams while maintaining Marriott hospitality standards.

About the employer

Aloft by Marriott Abu Dhabi is a contemporary lifestyle hotel located near Abu Dhabi’s business and entertainment districts. It operates under the Aloft Hotels brand, part of Marriott International, a global hospitality company with hotels and resorts in many countries. Aloft properties are known for modern design, lively social spaces, technology-friendly services and a relaxed atmosphere aimed at business and leisure travelers. The Abu Dhabi hotel offers guest rooms, restaurants and bars, meeting facilities, fitness amenities and event spaces. Brick & Relax is one of its food and beverage venues, combining dining with a casual, social setting. Employees typically work within Marriott’s service standards, with opportunities to gain experience in international hospitality operations and potentially progress within the wider Marriott hotel network.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island, but it offers coastal city living, beaches and man-made islands, particularly in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Hospitality, aviation, retail, tourism, food and beverage, healthcare and technology provide regular employment opportunities. The culture is multicultural and welcoming, while Islamic traditions influence dress, public behavior and religious holidays. Lifestyle options range from modern malls and restaurants to desert trips, watersports and cultural attractions. Employers commonly sponsor work visas for overseas hires; employees should not work on a tourist visa. Relocation packages may include accommodation, transport, meals, medical insurance and annual flights, depending on the employer and role. Costs are higher in Dubai and central Abu Dhabi, so candidates should confirm salary, housing, benefits, working hours and probation terms before accepting an offer. A passport, medical examination and documented employment contract are normally required for visa processing.