Head Hostess

POSITION SUMMARY

At The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, we invite you to experience refined luxury where timeless elegance meets true Qatari hospitality. Situated along the pristine shores of the Arabian Gulf for almost 24 years, our 5-star resort features 374 elegantly designed rooms & suites, award-winning restaurants, world-class Spa facilities with a state-of-the-art Fitness Center, and impeccable service that defines our legendary brand. From serene indoor and outdoor pools to a private beach and a Club Lounge for elevated and personalized experiences, every detail perfectly reflects our commitment to excellence.

The property is also ideal for events with a wide selection of meeting rooms, stunning wedding venues and a dedicated team that thoughtfully plans and tailors to each unique vision. Whether you’re savoring an afternoon tea in our lobby lounge, watching the city skyline sparkle by night in one of our restaurants, or celebrating an important event, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, presents a truly remarkable setting for life’s most meaningful moments.

At The Ritz-Carlton, we firmly believe that our Ladies & Gentlemen are the heart of everything we do and the most important resource in our service commitment to our guests. With passion, genuine care, dedication and pride, we can achieve common goals and grow together while crafting moments that will be remembered forever.

A competitive package, inclusive of accommodation, flight tickets, transportation, meals, and more:

• Exclusive training and leadership development programs
• Recognition and rewards for exceptional service
• Preferential Members Rates at Marriott Hotels Globally
• Dining & Wellness discounts for your family and you
• Medical Insurance Coverage
• An HR team dedicated to your success and wellbeing

• Answer phones, take dining reservations, and enter diner information into reservation system.
• Maintain wait list and quote accurate wait time.
• Make appropriate seating decisions using station rotation chart.
• Organize seating for large and special needs groups.
• Greet guests and determine the number in their party.
• Seat guests by finding a clean, available table; pulling out chairs; placing clean/current menu in front of the guest, etc.
• Guide guests through the dining rooms and provide any needed assistance.
• Ensure place settings are appropriate and each guest has a napkin, clean silverware, and any other item that is part of the standard place setting.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day.
• Monitor dining rooms for seating availability, service, and safety.
• Communicate with guests and other employees to meet guest needs and ensure staff is working together as a team.
• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating and coaching employees; and serve as a role model.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related
  
  Work Experience:
  
  At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory
  
  Experience:
  
  No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification:
  None.

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