Lobby Waitress
- Full-time
- Job-Category: Food & Beverage
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Schedule: Full-Time
Company Description
Every Sofitel team member is an Ambassador. An Ambassador represents Sofitel’s brand and its values, at all times. The Sofitel Ambassador will establish relationships and foremost, the Sofitel Ambassador will deliver an exceptional guest experience and promote French excellence.
Job Description
We are seeking a friendly and customer-focused Lobby Waitress to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As a Lobby Waitress, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional service to our guests in the hotel lobby area, ensuring their dining experience is memorable and satisfying.
- Greet and welcome guests in a warm and professional manner
- Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently
- Serve meals, snacks, and beverages in the lobby area
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lobby dining area
- Process payments and handle cash and credit card transactions
- Respond promptly to guest inquiries and special requests
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment
- Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards
- Assist in setting up and breaking down lobby dining areas as needed
- Provide recommendations on menu items when asked
- Maintain knowledge of daily specials, menu changes, and promotions
Qualifications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong customer service orientation with a friendly and empathetic demeanor
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Basic math skills for handling financial transactions
- Proficiency in multitasking and prioritizing tasks
- Knowledge of food and beverage service techniques
- Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Food handling certification (may be required)
- Previous experience in food service or hospitality industry preferred
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and carry trays of food and beverages
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
- Basic English language proficiency; knowledge of Arabic or other languages is a plus
Additional Information
- Minimum 1 year of experience in the same or similar role
- Prior experience working with Opera or a related system
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- Fluency in English, additional languages are a plus