Restaurant Waiter / Waitress (Italian Speaker)

Department: Food & Beverage Location: United Arab Emirates - Dubai Description The overall scope of the job includes serving food and beverages to guests in the assigned outlet, providing a courteous, professional, efficient and flexible service consistent with the standards of the hotel and in line with Kempinski’s DNA values in order to encourage sales and maximize guest satisfaction. Key Responsibilities • Reporting to Head Waiter / Waitress, Supervisor, Assistant Manager, Outlet Manager. • A courteous, professional and efficient service is provided at all times. • All duties and tasks are performed as per the tasks required at the outlet. • Be knowledgeable of all services and products offered by the hotel. • Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of all food and beverage items offered by the department assigned. • Have the knowledge and understanding to explain and perform upselling all items offered by the department assigned as well as offering alternatives. • Monitor operating supplies, equipment and reduce spoilage and wastage successfully. • Ensure that the place of work and surrounding area is kept clean and organized at all times. • Successfully perform opening and closing procedures established for the assigned outlet • Handle guest enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner and report guest complaints and feedback to supervisors. • Report guest complaints immediately to the supervisors and ensuring follow up is performed with the guest. • Be knowledgeable to operate the existing POS system based on the trained responsibility level as assigned in the department. • Understand and strictly adhere to the rules & regulations established in the hotel’s policy manual and the hotel’s policy on fire, hygiene, health & safety. • Assist in carrying out scheduled inventories of products and operating equipment. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise • Experience in an F&B service role. • Excellent english oral and written skills. Additional language is an advantage. • Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors. • Excellent organizational and time management skills. Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times. • Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively About Kempinski Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury. Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service. For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual. In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect. Show more Show less

Experience in an F&B service role. Excellent English oral and written skills. Additional language is an advantage. Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times. Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively.

Reporting to Head Waiter / Waitress, Supervisor, Assistant Manager, Outlet Manager. Provide courteous, professional and efficient service at all times. Perform all duties and tasks as required at the outlet. Be knowledgeable of all services and products offered by the hotel. Have thorough knowledge of all food and beverage items offered by the department. Demonstrate upselling of all items and offer alternatives. Monitor operating supplies, equipment and reduce spoilage and wastage. Keep the work area clean and organized. Complete opening and closing procedures for the assigned outlet. Handle guest inquiries courteously and report guest complaints and feedback to supervisors. Report guest complaints immediately and ensure follow-up with the guest. Be knowledgeable to operate the POS system as trained. Adhere to hotel policies on fire, hygiene, health & safety. Assist in scheduled inventories of products and equipment.