Cafe Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

An architectural icon in the heart of Saudi Arabia’s vibrant capital soaring over the city in the iconic Kingdom Tower, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh is a buzzing hub at the forefront of style and sophistication. Redesigned interiors bring authentic Saudi heritage and craftsmanship to life, while our distinguished team provides a bespoke experience through thoughtful, personalized service and hospitality.

The Role of the Cafe Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess

The role of a Café Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of a hotel's all-day or fine dining restaurant. Responsible for planning, organizing, controlling, and directing the work of employees, they play a vital role in maintaining high levels of guest satisfaction.

As a Café Boulud Assistant Manager – Restaurant Hostess, you are responsible for creating and implementing efficient systems and processes to ensure seamless operations. This includes overseeing scheduling, monitoring inventory levels, managing food and beverage quality standards, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Effective communication skills are essential, as this role requires collaboration with various hotel departments to coordinate functions and special events. Additionally, you will work closely with kitchen staff and chefs to maintain smooth coordination between front-of-house and back-of-house operations.

Your role also involves leading and managing a team of five employees while prioritizing restaurant operations.

Knowledge and Skills

• College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management.
• 2 – 3 years of restaurant management experience in a luxury hotel or resort.
• Ability to react and adjust to changing business environments and lead the team in ensuring effective communication with a diverse team in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• Working knowledge of division operations as well as Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong innovative mindset.
• Efficient financial management of the business.
• Strong leadership & organizational skills required.
• Strong delegation and operational skills to effectively manage high-volume.
• Ideal candidate will be driven by innovation and strives for excellence.

What to Expect:

• Competitive Net Salary in a Tax-Free Environment
• Accommodation
• Transportation
• 30 days’ vacation
• 10 days Public Holidays per year
• Paid home leave tickets.
• Complimentary employee meals
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Worldwide Complimentary Room Nights with Four Seasons
• Laundry/dry cleaning provided for work attire.
• Growth & Development opportunities