Waiter/Waitress

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide attentive, personalized service.
• Present menus, explain dishes, and recommend food and beverage options.
• Take accurate orders and communicate them to kitchen and bar teams.
• Serve food, wine, spirits, cocktails, and other beverages to fine dining standards.
• Know menu ingredients and allergens and explain beverage pairings.
• Set, maintain, and clear tables to restaurant standards.
• Handle guest requests, feedback, and complaints professionally.
• Coordinate service with kitchen, bar, and front-of-house teams.
• Follow responsible alcohol-service procedures and restaurant policies.
• Maintain grooming, hygiene, and professional presentation.
• Assist with opening and closing duties and keep the service area clean.

Requirements

• Previous waiter or waitress experience in a fine dining, upscale, or luxury restaurant.
• Experience in a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages is mandatory.
• Good food and beverage service knowledge, including wine, spirits, and cocktails.
• Good command of English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills, a professional appearance, positive attitude, and guest-focused approach.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• UAE hospitality experience and current UAE residence are preferred.

What the employer offers

• Competitive salary package based on experience.
• Opportunity to work in a premium fine dining restaurant in Downtown Dubai.
• Professional, multicultural working environment and career development opportunities.

Pay

• AED 2,500–4,500 per month, based on experience.

Workplace

• In-person work in Downtown Dubai, opposite the Dubai Fountains.