Captain Waitress – Lounge (Kuwait)
Description
An international 5-star hotel in Kuwait is seeking an experienced Captain Waitress – Lounge to support the daily operations of its luxury lounge. The ideal candidate must have relevant experience in 5-star hotels, luxury lounges, or high-end Food & Beverage operations, with strong leadership skills and a refined guest service approach.
Key Responsibilities
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Support the daily operations of the lounge, ensuring smooth service flow and high guest satisfaction
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Lead, guide, and supervise the waitress team during service
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Ensure all guests are welcomed, seated, and served according to international 5-star hotel standards
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Monitor table setup, cleanliness, ambience, service sequence, and overall lounge presentation
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Take and serve food and beverage orders accurately and professionally
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Maintain strong menu knowledge, including beverages, light bites, desserts, promotions, and special offerings
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Handle guest requests, feedback, and minor complaints in a professional and timely manner
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Support upselling initiatives and promote lounge offerings to enhance revenue
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Conduct shift briefings, assign duties, and monitor grooming, attendance, and performance
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Coordinate closely with the kitchen, bar, stewarding, hostess, and outlet management team
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Ensure compliance with hygiene, food safety, health, safety, and hotel operating standards
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Assist the Outlet Manager or Assistant Outlet Manager with daily reports, stock control, and operational follow-up
Requirements
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Must have relevant experience as Captain Waitress, Senior Waitress, Team Leader, or similar role
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Prior experience in a 5-star hotel, luxury lounge, fine dining outlet, or international hospitality environment is strongly preferred
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Strong knowledge of Food & Beverage service standards and sequence of service
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Good understanding of lounge operations, beverage service, guest engagement, and table management
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Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
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Presentable, well-groomed, confident, and service-oriented
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Good command of English; additional languages such as Arabic, French, Russian, or Chinese are an advantage
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Able to lead a team during busy operations and handle guest requests professionally
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Flexible to work rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays
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Familiarity with POS systems and basic outlet operations is an advantage
Benefits
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Competitive monthly salary based on experience
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Employment visa and work permit sponsorship
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Accommodation
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Transportation
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Duty meals
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Paid holidays
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Medical insurance
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Annual leave as per Kuwait Labour Law
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End-of-service benefits as per Kuwait Labour Law
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Career growth opportunity within an international 5-star hotel environment
