Job Overview
- Salary Offers Competitive salary
- Experience Level Junior
- Academic Level High School Diploma or GED, Associate Degree
More Information
- Total Years Experience 2-5
- Working Hours 8 hrs
Hostess – Cipriani Doha
Cipriani Doha is hiring a Hostess to be the first point of contact for guests. Discover the role, requirements, benefits, and how to apply. Cipriani Doha is seeking a warm, well-presented Hostess to be the first face guests see when they step into the restaurant. As the opening note of the Cipriani experience, the Hostess sets the tone for everything that follows, welcoming guests with the same genuine warmth that has defined the brand since Harry’s Bar opened in Venice in 1931. This role suits someone naturally sociable, highly organized, and calm under pressure, with a talent for making every guest feel expected and cared for from the moment they arrive. You’ll work closely with the service team to manage seating, reservations, and the overall flow of the dining room. If you have a passion for hospitality and want to represent an internationally respected brand, we’d love to hear from you.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Welcome guests warmly upon arrival and manage reservations, seating, and table flow
- Serve as the first point of contact, setting the tone for the guest experience
- Coordinate closely with the service team to balance sections and manage waitlists
- Handle phone and email inquiries regarding bookings with professionalism
- Maintain the reception area’s presentation and ensure a polished first impression
Requirements
- Previous hostess or guest-relations experience, ideally in fine dining or luxury hospitality
- Warm, confident, and well-presented with excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills and comfort using reservation systems
- Fluent English; additional languages are a plus
- Ability to remain composed and welcoming during busy periods
About Cipriani
Cipriani’s story began in Venice in 1931 with the opening of Harry’s Bar, where founder Giuseppe Cipriani created the Bellini cocktail and Beef Carpaccio. Over nearly a century, the family-run brand has grown into an internationally recognized name in hospitality, with restaurants, hotels, and clubs across Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. Cipriani Doha carries this legacy to Qatar’s waterfront, guided by the founding philosophy: “To serve is first to love.”
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with an internationally recognized luxury hospitality brand
- Structured training and mentorship from experienced hospitality professionals
- Career growth opportunities across Cipriani’s global network of venues
- Competitive salary package
- Supportive, multicultural team environment
- Staff meals and benefits in line with Qatar labor regulations
Application Process
Interested candidates should send their updated CV to aamparo@cipriani.com, stating “Hostess” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.