Restaurants, Bars & Experiences Waiter/Waitress - Talea
Role Overview
The waiter or waitress works in the Restaurants, Bars & Experiences department at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, within the Talea team.
The role delivers personalized dining experiences while supporting smooth outlet operations and reports to the Assistant Restaurant Manager.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role overview
The waiter or waitress works in the Restaurants, Bars & Experiences department at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, within the Talea team.
The role delivers personalized dining experiences while supporting smooth outlet operations and reports to the Assistant Restaurant Manager.
Duties
- Provide warm, attentive service; build guest connections, anticipate needs, and respond to enquiries, preferences, and special requests.
- Manage a restaurant section and prepare mise en place, table settings, and service areas.
- Coordinate with kitchen, bar, and service colleagues to ensure seamless service.
- Take orders and process billing and payments accurately.
- Maintain hygiene, safety, and presentation standards.
- Know menus, beverages, and other hotel restaurants and bars; recommend food, beverages, and experiences.
- Promote signature experiences, seasonal offerings, and outlet initiatives, and identify ways to improve guest satisfaction and restaurant performance.
Candidate requirements
- Previous food and beverage or customer service experience is preferred.
- Good knowledge of food and beverage service standards.
- Passion for guest engagement and creating memorable experiences.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good command of English; additional languages are an advantage.
- Professional, guest-focused, detail-oriented, and effective in a fast-paced team environment.
Colleague benefits
- The employer describes learning and development programmes, complimentary and discounted hotel stays through MOstay, health and wellness benefits, and retirement plans.
About the employer
Mandarin Oriental operates luxury hotels, resorts, and residences and describes its service as inspired by Asian heritage.
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is a five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi with rooms, suites, dining, and event facilities.
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