Hostess📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Everhires is seeking a friendly, professional, and customer-focused Hostess to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As the first point of contact for our guests, you will play a crucial role in creating a positive first impression and ensuring smooth front-of-house operations. This full-time position is ideal for an individual passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences from arrival to departure. The Hostess will be responsible for managing guest arrivals, coordinating seating, and addressing inquiries to maintain a welcoming and efficient environment. This role is key to upholding the standards of service and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a warm and professional attitude, setting a positive tone for their visit.
• Efficiently manage reservations, walk-ins, and waiting lists to optimize guest flow.
• Escort guests to their designated tables and present them with menus.
• Coordinate table seating arrangements to ensure a smooth and efficient service flow for the entire establishment.
• Answer incoming phone calls promptly and assist guests with their inquiries accurately and courteously.
• Provide realistic and accurate wait-time estimates to guests, especially during peak operational periods.
• Communicate guest requests, special occasions, and dietary needs effectively to the service team.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the reception area and waiting lounge to ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
• Assist in handling guest concerns with professionalism and escalate complex issues to management when necessary.
• Thank guests upon their departure, ensuring a positive final impression and encouraging repeat visits.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience in hospitality, restaurants, or a customer service-oriented role is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for interacting with a diverse range of guests.
• Maintain a professional appearance and a consistently positive attitude.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage various guest needs simultaneously.
• Basic English communication skills are required; proficiency in Arabic is considered an advantage.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required by operational needs.

Required Skills

• Customer Service Excellence
• Communication Skills
• Guest Relations
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as dictated by operational needs. While not explicitly stated as a requirement, previous experience in hospitality, restaurants, or a customer service-oriented role is preferred, with an ideal experience range of 2-5 years. Key Performance Indicators for this role include guest satisfaction scores, reservation accuracy, average guest waiting time, seating efficiency, and positive guest feedback and reviews.