Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Restaurant Captain with 4 years of experience and Head Hostess with 4 years of experience in assisting in the efficient management of hotel operations in a 5 star luxury hotel in Dubai. Comfortable in working in teams collaboratively. Excellent demonstrated experience to work with a high degree of independence in handling complete responsibility. Extremely motivated to develop my skills, grow professionally and ready for a new challenge TRAINING AND ACHIEVEMENTS “Leading Quality Assurance (LQA) -Jul 2019 - LQA score 92% -Jan 2019 - LQA score 90% - Jul 2021 - LQA score 91% “Cross Training in Learning and Development & Human Resources “Cross Training in Front Office- Guest Relation” “Service Skills Course” “Paediatric First Aid “ “Lobster Ink Champion” Code of Business Conduct and Ethic Course” “Cocktail Competition 2017”
Greeting guests as they enter, and putting them on a waiting list as necessary. Providing guests with menus and answering any initial questions. Seating guests at tables or in waiting areas. Assigning guests to tables they prefer, while keeping table rotation in mind so that servers receive the right number of customers. Engaging with guests to ensure they're happy with food and service. Responding to complaints and helping to resolve them. Answering phone calls, taking reservations and answering questions. A knowledge of the menu. Helping out with other positions in the restaurant as needed. Providing great customer service.
Always greet and welcome guests promptly in a warm and friendly manner. Always thank and give fond farewell to guests conveying anticipation for their next visit. Assist guest with table reservation. Assist guest while seating. Ensure guest are serviced within specified time. Has a good knowledge of menu and presentation standards. Speak with guests and staff using clear and professional language, and answer phone calls using appropriate telephone etiquette. Able to answer any questions regarding menu and assist with menu selections. Able to anticipate any unexpected guest need and reacts promptly and tactfully. Always applies service techniques correctly at all times, and serving Food & Beverage items with enthusiasm. Serve food courses and beverages to guests. Set tables according to type of event and service standards.
Welcome guests to the venue Provide accurate wait times and monitor waiting lists Manage reservations Escort customers to assigned dining or bar areas Provide menus and announce Waiter/Waitress’s name Greet customers upon their departure Coordinate with wait staff about available seating options Maintain a clean reception area Cater to guests who require extra attention (e.g. children, elderly) Answer incoming calls and address customers’ queries Assist wait staff as needed
Greet incoming and departing Guests warmly with a genuine smile and eye contact; escort them to assigned dining area; present menus; announce waiter's name Use visual cues to seat Guests in either the bar or dining area depending on their preference Inform Guest of current promotion and who will be serving them to ensure a smooth handoff to the service staff Answer incoming calls to the restaurant and provide appropriate service Manage the flow of Guests into the Dining and Bar areas, provide accurate wait times to incoming Guests if appropriate Tend to special Guest needs and requests