Hostess / Receptionist (Restaurant in Riyadh)

Hostess / Receptionist (Restaurant in Riyadh)


Company
IHG Arabia
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
AED 3K–AED 3.5K a month
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Position: Restaurant Hostess

Salary: SAR 3,000 to SAR 3,500 with FREE shared room, transport, and 1 duty meal.

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly presentable and professional receptionist/hostess to join our team at Noir Cafe, a high-end cafe in Laysen Valley. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills in both Arabic and English, while providing a warm welcome to create an exceptional first impression for our guests.

Key Responsibilities:
• Greet guests warmly upon arrival, offering a personalized and hospitable welcome.
• Manage reservations efficiently, handle seating arrangements, and provide accurate menu details and wait-time estimates.
• Answer incoming calls professionally, take detailed messages, and direct inquiries appropriately.
• Maintain an organized and tidy reception area.
• Collaborate with the waitstaff to ensure a seamless dining experience and efficient table turnover.
• Assist with special events and occasional administrative tasks, as needed.

Qualifications:
• Strong communication skills.
• Warm, friendly, and highly presentable demeanor.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability.
• Experience in a hospitality or customer-facing role is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED3,500.00 per month

Application Question(s):
• In which city and country are you currently located?
• From which country are you? Nationality)
• How old are you?
• What is your height? (in cm)
• Are you aware that this recruitment is for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia? Yes or No?
• If you are hired for this role, after how many day before you can join our company?
• IMPORTANT: For faster processing of your application, please make sure that you have a photo in your CV here.

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs

Q What is the minimum salary required for a restaurant waiter visa in UAE 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, restaurant workers on a work permit must receive a minimum contractual salary of 2500 AED per month plus accommodation allowance as of January 2026 to qualify for the visa.
Q How many hours per week can restaurant staff work legally in UAE?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation sets the maximum at 48 hours per week for restaurant jobs, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily starting 2026.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a restaurant job work permit in UAE?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, attested educational certificates, medical fitness certificate, and employment contract to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation by 2026.
Q Do restaurant workers pay income tax in UAE in 2026?
The Federal Tax Authority confirms there is zero personal income tax on restaurant job salaries in UAE as of 2026, with no deductions applied to monthly wages up to 15000 AED.
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